Japanese aralia (Fatsia japonica)
Japanese Fatsia (Fatsia japonica) is an evergreen shrub known for its large, glossy, deeply lobed palmate leaves. It produces small white flowers in autumn, followed by b
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Sunlight
Partial to full shade, avoid direct sun.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist, reduce in winter.
Soil
Rich, well-draining, humus-rich soil.
Temperature
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
Habitat
House Plant, Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed monthly during growing season.
Care Requirements
Partial to full shade, avoid direct sun.
Keep soil consistently moist, reduce in winter.
Growing season
Rich, well-draining, humus-rich soil.
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures.
House Plant, Outdoor
Feed monthly during growing season.
Spring-Summer
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Shrub
Plant Category
Ornamental, Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
House Plant, Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-3 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Palmate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
10000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderApiales
- familyAraliaceae
- genusFatsia
- speciesFatsia japonica
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 2/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No
Contains saponins and calcium oxalate crystals, which can cause skin irritation upon contact with sap and mild gastrointestinal upset if ingested by humans or pets.