Friday, May 10, 2013

Octopus Tree (Schefflera actinophylla)

It is called an octopus tree because of the sees that form in the shape of octopus legs.
The octopus tree is a common ornamental plant around the islands. The red berries that form are spread out along branches that look like octopus legs. This plant is seen as a pest to native plant lovers because it is an introduced species that has spread like wildfire. 

Picture taken from: www.mgonline.com

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