Identifying a Large Schefflera (Umbrella Tree) from Description and Photo

Identification

5 ft tall, 4 ft wide, leaves in circular/pinwheel clusters = Schefflera actinophylla (umbrella tree). Not to be confused with "umbrella plant" (Cyperus).

Care Summary

• Light: Bright filtered sun; loves summer outdoors.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist, not wet.
• Humidity: High—mist or pebble tray.
• Maintenance: Dust/wash leaves regularly for photosynthesis.

Seasonal Pattern

Often looks poor in winter indoors; rebounds vigorously when moved outside in spring.