Schefflera pueckleri (Tupidanthus calyptratus)

Tough, tropical-looking small tree useful as a screen, nice in large pots, against walls. Spreading habit, smooth bark, intriguing mallet-like flower buds.
Schefflera pueckleri (Tupidanthus calyptratus)
synonyms Tupidanthus calyptratus
height 10–20ft
width 10–20ft
tolerates Pots
water
needs		 Low – Moderate
hardy
to		 26F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
origin India, Burma
sunset
zones		 16, 17, 19–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP