Exposure & location

The Schefflera Charlotte appreciates soft, consistent light without direct sun exposure. It tolerates partial shade well and adapts easily to bright but filtered rooms.

• Exposure: indirect light or partial shade.
• Avoid direct sunlight, especially behind a south-facing window.
• Ideal temperature: between 18 and 26 °C.
• Recommended location: living room, office, or bright entrance.

Verdeia Tip: rotate your Schefflera every two months for even growth and balanced foliage.

Watering & maintenance

Easy to care for, the Schefflera Charlotte requires little maintenance to thrive. Its secret: regular but moderate watering and good drainage.

• Watering: about once a week, when the soil dries on the surface.
• In winter: space watering about every two weeks.
• Use well-draining soil and a pot with a drainage hole.
• Fertilization: every 30 days in spring and summer.
• Clean the leaves with a soft cloth to revive their shine.
• Repotting: every 2 to 3 years, in a slightly larger container.

Verdeia Tip: Schefflera prefers slight underwatering to excess moisture — avoid water stagnation in the saucer.

Decor ideas & plant pairings

Elegant and bright, the Schefflera Charlotte fits all styles: modern, bohemian, or Scandinavian. Its umbrella-like foliage brightens the room and creates a soothing tropical ambiance.

• Put it in a light-colored pot, matte ceramic or natural rattan, to highlight its shiny reflections.
• Place it in a reading nook, living room, or office for a relaxing atmosphere.
• Pair it with:
  • Spathiphyllum — for a zen and bright atmosphere,
  • Philodendron Imperial Green — for a balanced tropical duo,
  • Sansevieria Laurentii — for a vertical graphic contrast.

Decor tip: place your Schefflera near an east-facing window to make its foliage shine under soft morning light.

Verdeia Tips

• Avoid drafts and temperature shocks — Schefflera likes stability.
• Lightly mist the leaves in summer to enhance their shine.
• Add clay pebbles to the bottom of the pot to improve drainage.
• Lightly prune overly long stems to maintain a harmonious shape.
• Set up a discreet stake if the plant grows a lot to stabilize its growth.
• Pairing the Schefflera with natural textures (wood, linen, jute) enhances its tropical charm.

Technical characteristics

• Botanical name: Schefflera arboricola ‘Charlotte’
• Common name: Umbrella tree, Schefflera
• Family: Araliaceae
• Origin: Australia, New Guinea
• Plant type: Indoor tropical, shrubby
• Foliage: Shiny green, arranged in an umbel
• Habit: Upright, bushy, and balanced
• Exposure: Partial shade to soft light
• Watering: Moderate (about 1×/week)
• Care: Easy — regular cleaning of the foliage
• Growth: Medium to fast
• Air purifier: Yes
• Toxicity: Slightly toxic (avoid ingestion)
• Approximate height: 50 cm
• Maximum adult size: About 1.2 m

Each plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally change according to the light and throughout the seasons.