The difference between Schefflera chinensis and Fortune Tree

1. The difference between leaves

The leaves of Schefflera are spread out like a duck's paw, very shiny, with about 6-9 leaflets, up to 11, papery to the touch, oblong or lanceolate, and relatively hard. The fortune tree has 5-11 leaflets with short or no petioles, which are oblong or oval and soft.

2. The difference between flowers

The flowers of the Schefflera grow at the top of the branches and leaves, are conical in shape, and have white petals. The flowering period is from November to December. The flowers of the money tree are lanceolate in shape, and the petals are light yellow in color. The flowering period is from May to November.

3. Differences in Fruits

The fruit of the Schefflera is ball-shaped, about 5 mm in diameter, black in color, and has inconspicuous edges. The fruit of the money tree is more pear-shaped, 4-6 cm in diameter, 9-10 cm long, almost yellowish brown in color, and has a thicker skin.