Water
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during winter months. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Soggy soil indicates overwatering.
Also known as Fatsi · Fatsia · Fatsia Japonica Spiders Web
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Japanese aralia (Fatsia japonica) is an evergreen shrub with large, glossy, palmate leaves, native to Japan and Taiwan. It thrives in shade and adds tropical flair to gar
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves.
Keep moist, but not soggy
50% intensity
Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
Loamy, Sandy, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 16-24°C, avoid drafts and sudden temperature changes.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate feeding
50% intensity
Feed with balanced liquid fertilizer during growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 2/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Mildly toxic if ingested
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water consistently, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering during winter months. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Soggy soil indicates overwatering.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, or to remove dead or damaged branches. This can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Heavy pruning may stimulate bushier growth.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep in a warm, humid environment until roots form.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot one size larger than the current one. Use a well-draining potting mix. Repotting is best done in spring.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Araliaceae |
| Genus | Fatsia |
| Species | Fatsia japonica |
Similar in genus Fatsia
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