{"product_id":"schefflera-arboricola-compacta","title":"Schefflera arboricola 'Compacta' (Compact Umbrella Tree)","description":"\u003csection id=\"schefflera-compacta\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\n\n\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n  \u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Shiny green foliage in umbels • 🌳 Compact bushy habit • ☀️ Bright indirect light • 💧 Moderate watering • ✨ Easy to care for • 🩴 2 sizes available • 📏 H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm or H120 cm | Pot Ø27 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSchefflera arboricola 'Compacta'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also called \u003cem\u003eCompact umbrella tree\u003c\/em\u003e, displays small, deep shiny green leaves arranged in characteristic umbels around upright stems. Native to the \u003cstrong\u003etropical forests of Southeast Asia\u003c\/strong\u003e, this compact variety with dense foliage forms a balanced bush and is among the easiest \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/plantes-tropicales\"\u003etropical indoor plants\u003c\/a\u003e in the catalog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts uniqueness compared to other Schefflera: uniformly deep green foliage without variegation, smaller and denser leaves, and a naturally bushy habit that requires no pruning to maintain its graphic shape. It is the most versatile Schefflera, available in two sizes to suit any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/header\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026 Location\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eSchefflera Compacta enjoys bright indirect light that preserves the shiny brilliance of its foliage. It tolerates partial shade, but insufficient light slows growth and thins the foliage. Avoid prolonged direct sun that burns the delicate leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light — sheer curtain window or near a bay window, without prolonged direct sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e living room, office, bedroom, bright entrance — away from radiators and drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 25 °C — minimum 13 °C in winter, without sudden changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich, and well-draining — universal potting soil for green plants mixed with perlite or coconut fiber.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eRotate the pot a quarter turn every 2 to 3 weeks to maintain a balanced shape — Schefflera grows toward the light and can quickly become asymmetrical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026 Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eSchefflera Compacta prefers moderate and regular watering, never excessive. Overwatering is among the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/10-erreurs-courantes-avec-les-plantes-dinterieur-et-comment-les-eviter\"\u003emost common mistakes\u003c\/a\u003e with this plant: it is better to have a slightly dry substrate than a soggy one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate — let the top 2 to 3 cm of substrate dry out between waterings, about once a week in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — always empty the saucer to prevent water stagnation and root rot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates dry indoor air but appreciates occasional misting in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid fertilizer for green plants diluted by half, once a month from March to September.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e pinch stem tips in spring to encourage branching and maintain a bushy, balanced habit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e every 2 to 3 years in spring into a slightly larger pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eDust the shiny leaves monthly with a soft damp cloth — this improves photosynthesis and preserves the foliage’s characteristic shine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor Ideas \u0026 Plant Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eWith its shiny umbel foliage and compact habit, Schefflera Compacta adds a graphic tropical touch. To \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/conseils\/creer-un-coin-detente-vegetal-chez-soi-inspirations-et-astuces\"\u003ecreate a relaxing green corner\u003c\/a\u003e, it pairs well with many tropical plants with contrasting foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a contrasting Schefflera duo,\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/schefflera-gold-capella\"\u003eSchefflera 'Gold Capella'\u003c\/a\u003e with variegated green and golden yellow foliage — the uniform green of the Compacta highlights the bright variegation of the Gold Capella in a lively composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor a colorful tropical jungle,\u003c\/strong\u003e surround it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/philodendron-imperial-red\"\u003ePhilodendron 'Imperial Red'\u003c\/a\u003e with deep red foliage and a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/calathea-makoyana-plante-paon-tropicale-14cm-21cm\"\u003eCalathea Makoyana\u003c\/a\u003e with stained-glass patterns — three textures and three palettes that harmonize without overwhelming the space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor an architectural silhouette,\u003c\/strong\u003e combine it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/yucca-palmier-de-salon\"\u003eYucca living room palm\u003c\/a\u003e with a slender habit — the graphic verticality of the Yucca complements the bushy habit of the Schefflera in a balanced duo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTo highlight the shiny foliage,\u003c\/strong\u003e place it in a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cache-pot-gabriel-ceramique-ocre-14cm\"\u003eGabriel ochre ceramic decorative pot\u003c\/a\u003e with a honeycomb finish — the warm brown ochre warms the deep green and creates a Mediterranean atmosphere.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe H120 cm size is ideal as a floor centerpiece near a sofa, while the H80 cm size fits perfectly on a console, sideboard, or in a corner of an office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePinch tips in spring:\u003c\/strong\u003e cut the tips of new stems by 2 to 3 cm to stimulate branching — this simple action naturally densifies the habit and maintains the bushy silhouette characteristic of the Compacta.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrefer a slightly dry substrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schefflera poorly tolerates stagnant moisture. When in doubt about watering timing, wait an extra day or two rather than risk overwatering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePropagate cuttings:\u003c\/strong\u003e stems cut in spring during pinching root easily in a glass of water or directly in a light substrate — a simple way to multiply the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\" aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n  \u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eSchefflera arboricola\u003c\/em\u003e 'Compacta'\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact umbrella tree, Umbrella tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Araliaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical forests of Southeast Asia\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions at delivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm or H120 cm | Pot Ø27 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult height:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 1.5 to 2 m indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light, tolerates partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, let surface dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e tolerates dry air\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, rich, and draining\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e moderate, compact bushy habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e evergreen, in umbels, deep shiny green\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e very easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested, sap is irritating\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecor style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Urban jungle \/ Contemporary design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eEach plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. Foliage density and bush shape naturally vary from one specimen to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H80 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","offer_id":56709162893577,"sku":"8655","price":43.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/schefflera-compacta-arbre-ombrelle-compact-o19-cm-h80-cm-verdeia-8806313.jpg?v=1774503246","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/schefflera-arboricola-compacta","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}