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Umbrella plants are found on all the "safe plant lists", and seem to be extremely popular. But according to Wikipedia, and several other sources, Schefflera arboricola has calcium oxalate crystals in the leaves, stems, and sap, which are poisonous. The Wikipedia article says that confusion arises because the common name for Shefflea arbicola is "dwarf umbrella tree".
Is there another kind of Umbrella plant that is actually a different species, and is safe? Or is the Wikipedia article on Schefflera arbicola incorrect? (Several general pet sites, geared for dogs and cats, also warn about it.)
Is there another kind of Umbrella plant that is actually a different species, and is safe? Or is the Wikipedia article on Schefflera arbicola incorrect? (Several general pet sites, geared for dogs and cats, also warn about it.)