The Schefflera belongs to the family of the Arialiaceae. The Schefflera has a large distribution area: from the tropics to the moderate, warm areas of the world.
The Schefflera Amate is in its birth country Australia an evergreen tree with a height up to 40 meters, but in the livingroom it will remain much smaller. The plant has long stemmed thumbs which sense leathery.
The Schefflera loves a temperature around the 20-22 degrees Celsius, and will grow at his best when standing in a light, open place. It is important that the plant does not come to stand on the excursion.
The air humidity must be moderate to high, so that the plant feels himself well at home.