Life Span
Perennial
Annual
Type
Tree
Broadleaf Evergreen
Origin
Africa, India, Southeast Asia
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Types
Sweet Tamarind, Australian tamarind, Manila tamarind, Velvet tamarind, Spanish Tamarind
Schefflera actinophylla
Habitat
Subtropical climates, Tropical regions
Bog Garden, Shaded sites
USDA Hardiness Zone
9-11
-9999
Sunset Zone
12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
21,22
Habit
Spreading
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Red, Yellow
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Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
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Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green, Green
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Leaf Color in Fall
Dark Green, Yellow green
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Leaf Color in Winter
Dark Brown, Green
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Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Obtuse
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Average
Well drained
Tolerances
Drought, Salt
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Where to Plant?
Ground
Container, Ground
How to Plant?
Layering, Seedlings, Transplanting
Cuttings
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Do Not over Water, Keep the ground moist but not water-logged
Do not water frequently, Needs less watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Average
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
6-6-6 or 8-8-8
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Borers, Mealybugs, Onion thrips, Root weevil, Soft scales, Whiteflies
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Drought
Flower Petal Number
Single
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Attracts
Beetles, Birds, Scale Insects
Mites
Allergy
Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea, Vomiting
contact allergic dermatitis
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification
Beautification, Borders, Decorating walls
Beauty Benefits
Glowing Skin, Good for skin, Improve skin tone, Reduces ageing, Skin cleanser
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Environmental Uses
Food for animals, Food for birds, Food for insects, Nesting sites for birds
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Antioxidants, Inflammation, Rheumatism, Skin Disorders, Sore throat
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Part of Plant Used
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
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Other Uses
Culinary use, Used as a nutritious food item, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
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Used As Indoor Plant
No
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Houseplant, Screening, Wind Break, Tropical
Botanical Name
Tamarindus indica
SCHEFFLERA 'Amate'
Common Name
Tamarind tree, Tamarind
Schefflera
In Hindi
इमली का पेड़
Schefflera
In German
Tamarinde
Schefflera
In French
tamarinier
Schefflera
In Spanish
tamarindo
Schefflera
In Greek
δέντρο Tamarind
Schefflera
In Portuguese
tamarindo
Schefflera
In Polish
drzewo tamaryndowca
Schefflera
In Latin
tamarind ligno
Schefflera
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Family
Fabaceae
Araliaceae
Genus
Tamarindus
Schefflera
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Subfamily
Caesalpinioideae
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Properties of Tamarind tree and Schefflera
Wondering what are the properties of Tamarind tree and Schefflera? We provide you with everything About Tamarind tree and Schefflera. Tamarind tree has thorns and Schefflera doesn't have thorns. Also Tamarind tree does not have fragrant flowers. Tamarind tree has allergic reactions like Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea and Vomiting and Schefflera has allergic reactions like Diarrhea, Hives, Nausea and Vomiting. Compare all the properties and characteristics of these two plants. Find out which of these plant can be used as indoor plant. If you are interested to decorate your house and garden, find out aesthetic uses, compare them and select the plant which will beautify your surrounding. Along with beautification, try comparing medicinal and edible uses of Tamarind tree and Schefflera and you can choose the plant having best and most benefits.
Season and Care of Tamarind tree and Schefflera
Season and care of Tamarind tree and Schefflera is important to know. While considering everything about Tamarind tree and Schefflera Care, growing season is an essential factor. Tamarind tree season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Schefflera season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Tamarind tree is Clay, Loam, Sand and for Schefflera is Loam while the PH of soil for Tamarind tree is Acidic and for Schefflera is Acidic, Neutral.
Tamarind tree and Schefflera Physical Information
Tamarind tree and Schefflera physical information is very important for comparison. Tamarind tree height is 1,800.00 cm and width 800.00 cm whereas Schefflera height is 900.00 cm and width 150.00 cm. The color specification of Tamarind tree and Schefflera are as follows:
Care of Tamarind tree and Schefflera
Care of Tamarind tree and Schefflera include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Tamarind tree pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Schefflera pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Tamarind tree needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Schefflera needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.