Australian Umbrella Bush
Australian Umbrella Bush
Potted plant with green leaves on a white background
Australian Umbrella Tree, Schefflera Actinophylla 'Amate' - Plant Drop
Australian Umbrella Tree, Schefflera Actinophylla 'Amate' - Plant Drop
Person sitting on a couch next to a potted plant in a bright room
Australian Umbrella Bush

Australian Umbrella Bush

Schefflera Actinophylla 'Amate'
Regular price£495.00
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The large green leaves aren't just aesthetically majestic, they detoxify and freshen the air.

Total Height (Including Nursery Pot)
Size Guide
Size Height Planter Opening Required Best For
Medium 130–150cm 31cm+ 3 stems – ideal for smaller spaces or beside sofas
Large 180–200cm 31cm+ 3–4 stems – fuller plant for living rooms or corners

Plants are supplied in a nursery pot and are designed to sit inside a decorative planter (not included).

Location: A bright spot with natural light Care: Easy

Delivered by our team across London
Available UK-wide

Plant Sizing

Medium
Stems: 3
Height: 130-150cm
Pot Size: ⌀30cm

Large
Stems: 3/4
Height: 180-200cm
Pot Size: ⌀30/28cm

Ceiling Height

Ceiling Height Recommended Plant Height Typical Space
200–220 cm 150–170 cm Modern apartments / contemporary homes
240–270 cm 170–200 cm Victorian or Edwardian rooms
280–300 cm 220–240 cm Period properties / warehouse conversions
300 cm+ 250–270 cm Double-height or mezzanine spaces

 

How To Pair A Decorative Pot

For no fuss or mess you can place the plant in its growing pot (the pot it arrives in) inside a decorative one. This allows allows excess water to be drained after watering.

For a good fit the opening (not diameter) and height of the new decorative pot need to be several centimetres greater than the current growing pot. Here is how we measure and list pot sizes:

Remember to take into account tapering, as the internal height of a pot will be measured from the centre to the top but the sides will taper in a rounded pot.

We recommend using a liner to protect your decorative pot and prevent leaking (whether placing the nursery pot inside or repotting directly into the decorative pot). 

Read more about how to pot your plant here.

Plant Suitability

Preferred Location: A bright spot with natural light

Care Level: Easy

Care Instructions

When your plant arrives, follow these simple steps to help it settle into its new home.

For plant specific detail read our full Umbrella Plant care guide.

  • Choose a suitable place with appropriate light - check our Light Guide
  • Carefully remove the plant from its packaging and allow it to adjust to its new environment.
  • Before watering, check the soil with your finger. If the top few centimetres feel dry, water lightly. If still moist, allow the soil to dry before watering.
  • Ensure the plant sits in a well-draining pot or nursery container, allowing excess water to drain away. (If planted follow our potted plant advice here)
  • Avoid moving the plant frequently during the first few days, allowing it time to acclimatise to its new surroundings.
  • Check your plant regularly and adjust watering and light as needed.

Following these simple steps will help your plant establish and thrive in its new space.

Plants often take 7–10 days to begin adjusting to a new environment -  light and temperature conditions - and some leaf movement or drop during this period is completely normal. 

For tailored advice you can speak to our Ai Horticulturalist here for specific advice to establish your plant or read our expert nurture guides. 

London Delivery By Our Team

Typically delivered within 3–8 days, depending on plant size and location.

Small & large plants & pots — £6
Extra-large plants & planters — £10–£25
White-glove placement — from £30


UK Delivery

Delivery method is selected based on plant size to ensure safe transport.

Small plants & pots — £6
Large plants & planters — from £60
Extra-large plants — from £125


International Delivery

Plants are currently available for UK delivery only.


Returns

Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery for plants, pots and accessories.

If you wish to return an item, please contact us within 14 days and we will provide return instructions.

Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

If there are any concerns with your plant on arrival, please contact us within 48 hours so we can assist.

Space

Indoors

Light Conditions

Partial shade, Bright Indirect Light, and Full sun

Watering

Schefflera need less water than other houseplants, so allow the soil to dry out between waterings.

Temperature

Apply a general purpose houseplant feed in the summer months.

Feeding

Use a houseplant feed in the growing season (spring and summer)

Top Tip

They are very tough and forgiving plants, but will suffer if consistently given too much water, too regularly.

Schefflera Actinophylla 'Amate'

Australian Umbrella Bush

This umbrella plant has large glossy green leaves. As a natural air freshener and detoxifier, they make a health conscious addition to the home.

The Schefflera originates from Australia and New Zealand. The 'Amate' has the largest leaves of all Schefflera varieties.

Australian Umbrella Tree, Schefflera Actinophylla 'Amate' - Plant Drop
Australian Umbrella Tree, Schefflera Actinophylla 'Amate' - Plant Drop

Nurture Guide

The Australian Umbrella bush is a very tolerant plant and can handle direct sun through to partial shade.

Schefflera need less water than other houseplants, so allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Watering every 1-2 weeks is sufficient.

They are very tough and forgiving plants, but will suffer if consistently given too much water, too regularly.

This umbrella plant has large glossy green leaves. As a natural air freshener and detoxifier, they make a health conscious addition to the home. 

The Schefflera originates from Australia and New Zealand. The 'Amate' has the largest leaves of all Schefflera varieties.

Best space & place

Amate is a very tolerant plant and can handle direct sun through to partial shade. 

When to water & feed

Schefflera need less water than other houseplants, so allow the soil to dry out between waterings. 

Need to know

They are very tough and forgiving plants, but will suffer if consistently given too much water, too regularly. 

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Optional cover for one replacement plant in your first year.

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