The variegated umbrella tree plant is a beautiful plant with delicate variegated leaves in an umbrella shaped patternThis is an easy houseplant to care for and makes a beautiful statement piece in your home or office
The Umbrella Tree enjoys a light well draining soil
A mix of potting soil and perlite will keep the roots happiest
The variegated umbrella tree will grow to the size of its pot. They can tolerate being root boundIf you want to encourage faster growth choose a pot about 2 inches wider in diameter than the current pot
This plant enjoysindirect bright or dappled direct light
Shield this bush from strong direct light in summer south and west windows, the leaves may burn
Water your Umbrella Tree when the soil is dry down an inch or more
Try a watering schedule of every other week
This tropical plant enjoys humidity
In dry climates the Umbrella Tree will thrive with a humidifier nearby, or set in your kitchen or bathroom
Apply a good quality fertilizer monthly through spring and summer
Decrease feedings by late fall and allow your umbrella tree to rest through the winter months
Optimal temperatures for the Umbrella Trees are 55 to 75 degrees F
Pruning will give you a fuller plant with more even growth
Umbrella Trees can be grown as a small tree indoors with a single large stem forming the trunk, or the stem can be braided like a Money Tree
For the best care leaves enjoy occasional washing
This helps keep the stomata (leaf pores) open for plant respiration
Washing the umbrella plant leaves occasionally will help keep pests from establishing themselves on the plant
Spider mites are the biggest problem for umbrella plants
Propagation is best done through stem cuttings
You need a 3 to 6 inch leaf stem with a node and healthy leaf top