Plant Care Alpine Schefflera

Alpine Schefflera

About Alpine Schefflera

Alpine Schefflera is a popular houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in abundant sunlight ☀ and should be less than 3 feet from a window.

Alpine Schefflera likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

⚠️ Alpine Schefflera is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Heptapleurum alpinum
Heptapleurum
Araliaceae
Apiales

Also known as

Schefflera amate

How to care for Alpine Schefflera

💦 Water

How often to water your Alpine Schefflera

Water needs for Alpine Schefflera
0.5 cups
every 9

Alpine Schefflera needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Alpine Schefflera

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Alpine Schefflera in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Alpine Schefflera: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Alpine Schefflera may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Alpine Schefflera in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Alpine Schefflera

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Alpine Schefflera: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Alpine Schefflera after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Alpine Schefflera is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Alpine Schefflera →

Common Alpine Schefflera Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Alpine Schefflera prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Alpine Schefflera Water Frequency →

Alpine Schefflera Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Alpine Schefflera may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Alpine Schefflera Light Requirements →

Alpine Schefflera Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Alpine Schefflera is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Alpine Schefflera is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Alpine Schefflera Toxicity to Cats →

Alpine Schefflera Toxicity to Dogs →

Alpine Schefflera Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Alpine Schefflera doesn’t require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.

Alpine Schefflera Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Alpine Schefflera does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Alpine Schefflera →

When and How to Successfully Repot Alpine Schefflera →


💩 Fertilizer

Alpine Schefflera should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Alpine Schefflera →


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Alpine Schefflera grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Alpine Schefflera →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Alpine Schefflera can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Alpine Schefflera Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Alpine Schefflera can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Alpine Schefflera →


🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Alpine Schefflera, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Alpine Schefflera

Alpine Schefflera

Alpine Schefflera


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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