Schefflera (Umbrella Plant) Care: Fertilizer, Light, and Pet Safety

Fertilizer and Light

• Not acid-loving. Any balanced fertilizer (Miracle-Gro, Peter's, etc.) at label rate works.
• Needs lots of direct sun. Black leaves = not enough light.

Pet Toxicity

Schefflera is toxic to dogs and cats. It contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause:

• Oral irritation, burning mouth/lips/tongue.
• Excessive drooling, vomiting.
• Difficulty swallowing.

If your pet chews it, contact your vet or ASPCA Animal Poison Control (888-426-4435) immediately. Keep the plant out of reach.