Schefflera taiwaniana, 台湾鹅掌柴)[3] is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae, native to Taiwan, where it is scattered throughout coniferous forests at 2,000–3,000 m (6,600–9,800 ft).

Large leaves up to 15 cm (5.9 in) long are composed of up to 11 ovate leaflets arranged radially around a central stalk (palmately compound).

Sprays of flowers in late summer are followed by dark berries in winter - a valued food source for insects and birds.

[4] Once mature it is hardy down to −10 °C (14 °F), though young plants may require some frost protection.

It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.