How Often to Water a Schefflera (Umbrella Plant)

Schefflera arboricola · Difficulty: Easy

Tropical Foliage ☠️ Toxic to cats & dogs (calcium oxalate crystals)

☀️ Summer / active growth Every 8-11 days

❄️ Winter / dormant Every 16-21 days

Care Snapshot

Light	Bright indirect light, tolerates medium light
Soil	Well-draining potting mix
Humidity	Average humidity is fine
Temperature	18-27°C (65-80°F)
Pet Safety	☠️ Toxic to cats & dogs (calcium oxalate crystals)

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Yellow leaves dropping in clusters and dark spots on the leaves point to overwatering and root rot.

Leaves droop and dull, and lower leaves may drop when the plant has been too dry for too long.

Growth slows a lot in winter - let the soil dry out further between waterings than you would in summer.

Rotate the pot occasionally so all sides get even light - Schefflera grows toward its light source and can become lopsided otherwise.

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