Plant concerns

[Morghanleigh]

hi guys! I just bought some plants for my chameleons new encloser, and I have concerns about one in particular. I bought an umbrella tree, specifically a Schefflera actinophylla and I’ve been reading sources that say it’s toxic, and others saying it’s fine if he doesn’t eat it. What should I do?

 

[ERKleRose]

Schefflera arboricola are the cham safe ones for sure, not sure about actinophylla

 

[Syreptyon]

Actinophylla is toxic. "Commonly know as the umbrella tree or dwarf Schefflera, Schefflera arboricola is another favorite plant to have in a Chameleon enclosure. It is important not to confuse this species with Schefflera actinophylla, however as it is actually toxic." http://www.chameleonnews.com/04AugSnow.html

 

[Morghanleigh]

Looks like I will have to return it unfortunately, thank you for the clarification guys I really appreciate it!