This genus comprises more than 300 species of evergreen trees and shrubs that thrive in tropical and subtropical environments, primarily originating from Asia. The leaves are typically round and palmately compound, featuring elongated stalks and a range of 3 to 30 leaflets on each. Certain species are commonly grown as houseplants.

Heptapleurum

Heptapleurum 'Luseane'

Heptapleurum 'Mme de Smet' (v)

Heptapleurum 'Paradise'

Heptapleurum actinophyllum is an evergreen shrub or small tree that can reach heights of over 4 meters. It features leathery foliage made up of five or more elongated leaflets, each measuring up to 30 centimeters long. The plant produces upright clusters of small, muted red flowers, which are succeeded by black fruits.

Heptapleurum actinophyllum

Heptapleurum actinophyllum 'Amate' is a rapidly growing evergreen shrub that can reach heights of approximately 300 cm when cultivated indoors. It has a rounded form and features large, glossy green leaves that resemble an umbrella. While this species produces dark red flowers in its natural habitat, such blooms are typically absent when grown as a houseplant. This plant is straightforward to maintain, making it an excellent choice for those looking to introduce a touch of the tropics into their living space.

Heptapleurum actinophyllum 'Amate'

Heptapleurum actinophyllum 'Nova'

Heptapleurum actinophyllum 'Variegatum' (v)

Heptapleurum aff. alpinum

Heptapleurum aff. brevipedicellatum

Heptapleurum aff. chapanum

Heptapleurum aff. fantsipanense

Heptapleurum aff. hoi

Heptapleurum aff. littorea

Heptapleurum aff. myriocarpum

Heptapleurum albidobracteatum 'Starshine'

Heptapleurum alpinum

Heptapleurum alpinum large-leaved

Heptapleurum arboricola is a soft, evergreen shrub featuring elongated, leathery leaves that consist of 7 to 9 glossy leaflets. This plant is an easy-care choice for indoor environments.

Heptapleurum arboricola

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Beauty'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Benzon'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Carolien'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Charlotte' (v)

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Compactum'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Dalton'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Diane'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Donna'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Gerda' is a tender evergreen shrub characterized by elongated stems that support leathery, palmate foliage. Each leaf consists of eight oval green leaflets, which feature distinct yellow markings.

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Gerda'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Gold Capella' is a perennial shrub that can grow up to 3 meters in height. It features glossy, palmate leaves that can reach 20 centimeters in width, edged with a light yellow hue. While this plant rarely produces flowers, those that do appear are of little visual interest.

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Gold Capella'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Golden Eye'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Heart'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Henriette'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Jacqueline'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Kalahari'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Melanie' is a tender evergreen shrub characterized by elongated stems that support broad, palmate leaves. Each leaf is composed of eight oval leaflets, featuring a rich dark green hue that is prominently marked with yellow and cream patterns.

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Melanie' (v)

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Milena'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Nora' is a hardy, evergreen shrub characterized by its elongated, sturdy leaves, which consist of 7 to 9 shiny leaflets. This compact cultivar is an easy-care option for indoor gardening.

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Nora'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Trinetta'

Heptapleurum arboricola 'Worthy'

Heptapleurum arboricola variegated (v)

Heptapleurum avene

Heptapleurum avene var. cinnameociliatum

Heptapleurum bodinieri

Heptapleurum brevipedicellatum

Heptapleurum calyptratum

Heptapleurum chapanum

Heptapleurum delavayi

Heptapleurum digitatum

Heptapleurum ellipticum

Heptapleurum enneaphyllum

Heptapleurum fantsipanense

Heptapleurum fengii

Heptapleurum glabrescens

Heptapleurum gracile

Heptapleurum hoi

Heptapleurum hypoleucoides

Heptapleurum kornasii

Heptapleurum laxiusculum

Heptapleurum lenticellatum

Heptapleurum littorea

Heptapleurum longifolium

Heptapleurum macrophyllum is a robust deciduous tree with an exotic appearance that can also thrive indoors. Under optimal conditions, it may grow as tall as 8 meters. Its expansive, deeply veined green leaves create a lush atmosphere reminiscent of tropical environments. However, these large leaves can be vulnerable to wind damage; therefore, when cultivated outdoors, positioning the tree against a south-facing, sheltered wall in partial shade is advisable.

Heptapleurum macrophyllum

Heptapleurum microphyllum

Heptapleurum minutistellatum

Heptapleurum multinervium

Heptapleurum pauciflorum

Heptapleurum petelotii

Heptapleurum rhododendrifolium is a hardy evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 meters. It features leathery leaves made up of 6 to 10 narrow, oval leaflets, each measuring up to 25 centimeters in length. During the summer, the plant produces clusters of small white flowers, which are succeeded by black berries. This species offers a unique look while being resilient in various conditions.

Heptapleurum rhododendrifolium

Heptapleurum shweliense

Heptapleurum taiwanianum can develop into either a small tree with a single trunk or a multi-stemmed shrub. Its evergreen leaves are glossy and dark, featuring up to 11 elongated, pointed leaflets that radiate from a central point, resembling wheel spokes, all supported by long, dark red petioles. The young leaves are adorned with fine silvery hairs. In late summer, the plant produces green-brown flowers that appear in branched clusters, which are succeeded by purple-black berries during the winter months.