Is Schefflera a fortune tree?

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1. What is a fortune tree?

2. The difference between the two

3. The function of goosefoot wood

Schefflera is an evergreen shrub. We can see from the picture that its branches are very dense and have many branches. Of course, it does not only have green leaves, its flowers are very small and pink. It also has berries, which are dark red, round, and very cute. Some people believe that this plant is the money tree because it has a similar effect. However, this is not rigorous and there are some differences between them.

1. What is the Lucky Tree

Let us first understand what this plant is before we can know the difference between them. It is also known as "Laba Li", "Melon Li", etc. It is a small evergreen shrub of the Kapok family and is often used as a potted plant.

2. The difference between the two

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(1) Leaves, flowers and fruits: This is the difference in appearance between the two. The first is the leaves. For the first plant, it has six to nine leaflets, sparse, star-shaped, with short soft hairs, some without hairs, and the leaves are papery or leathery. As for the second plant, it has five to eleven leaflets, some with short stalks, some without. Its shape is often round, or oval, with its base It is wedge-shaped, and its leaves are hairless.

Then there are their flowers. The first type is a cone-shaped inflorescence, terminal, pink in color; the second type of plant is needle-shaped or linear, light yellow-green in color.

Finally, let’s talk about the fruit. The fruit of the former is spherical and dark red; the fruit of the second type is close to the shape of a pear and is dark brown.

(2) Flowering period: The flowering period of the first type of plants is from November to December; the flowering period of the second type of plants is from May to November, which is longer.

3. The function of Schefflera< /h2>

Although it is not a money tree, it has a similar effect. In fact, it also has the meaning of attracting wealth and good luck. In addition, it can also be used to ward off evil spirits. It is good to keep it indoors, in the office, or in the yard.

2. The difference between the two

3. The function of goosefoot wood

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