Life Span
Annual
Perennial
Type
Broadleaf Evergreen
Tree
Origin
-
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
Schefflera actinophylla
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Bog Garden, Shaded sites
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
-9999
5-9
Sunset Zone
21,22
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Upright/Erect
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
-
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
-
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
-
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
-
Yellow
Leaf Shape
Obtuse
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Partial Sun, Partial shade
Full Sun
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Cuttings
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Do not water frequently, Needs less watering
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Partial Sun, Partial shade
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Red blotch
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Attracts
Mites
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
contact allergic dermatitis
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Borders, Decorating walls
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
-
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
-
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
-
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
-
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Houseplant, Screening, Wind Break, Tropical
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
SCHEFFLERA 'Amate'
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Schefflera
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In Hindi
Schefflera
पेकॉन
In German
Schefflera
Pekannuss
In French
Schefflera
Pacanier
In Spanish
Schefflera
Carya illinoinensis
In Greek
Schefflera
Pecan
In Portuguese
Schefflera
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
Schefflera
Orzesznik jadalny
In Latin
Schefflera
Pecan
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Apiales
Juglandales
Family
Araliaceae
Juglandaceae
Genus
Schefflera
Carya Nutt.
Clade
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
-
Juglandoideae
Season and Care of Schefflera and Pecan
Season and care of Schefflera and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Schefflera and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Schefflera season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Pecan season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Schefflera is Loam and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Schefflera is Acidic, Neutral and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Schefflera and Pecan Physical Information
Schefflera and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Schefflera height is 900.00 cm and width 150.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Schefflera and Pecan are as follows:
Care of Schefflera and Pecan
Care of Schefflera and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Schefflera pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Schefflera needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.