Form
Long petioles hold palmate leaves with usually seven to nine deep lobes.
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Fatsia japonica 12cm
Normal price
€6,90
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Fatsiajaponica
Place it in a corner and it will transform the room 🧘
- Large palmate leaves
- Glossy deep green
- Architectural silhouette
- Lush volume
- Japanese character
Fatsia japonica fills a corner with large glossy leaves that open like green hands and form a clean architectural silhouette. Deep lobes cast strong shadows and give the lush volume a sense of light movement, while solid deep green adds calm luxury. On a stand, in an entrance or beside furniture with simple lines, it becomes an immediate focal feature with contemporary Japanese character.
Its presence is generous but not heavy: every leaf leaves space between the lobes, keeping the crown rhythmic and clear. It suits interiors with wood, stone, cream or charcoal tones, where its natural geometry reads like living sculpture.
What makes it special
Fatsia japonica impresses through broad leaves and crisp radiating structure.
Colour
Solid deep green remains glossy and creates clear contrasts of light and shade.
Texture
The firm smooth surface and strong venation give the leaf an almost leathery quality.
Why you’ll love it: it offers large architectural foliage and transforms an empty corner with immediate green volume.
In your space Placement & plant pairings Where it looks its best and which plants complement it
Where it looks its best
In a bright corner, on a low stand or a generous side table, with enough space for the linear crown. Terracotta, sand or charcoal pots emphasise the sculptural trunk.
Plants that complement it
Choices with compatible light needs and contrasting textures keep the arrangement balanced.
- Aspidistra elatior — long dark leaves with a similar tolerance of shade.
- Asplenium antiquum — a rippled green rosette beneath the lobes.
- Heptapleurum arboricola — smaller radiating leaves in a finer crown.
Care at a glance
Light
Bright indirect light to bright partial shade, protected from harsh midday sun.
Water
Water when the upper portion dries and allow complete drainage.
Atmosphere
A cool to mild atmosphere, good airflow and roughly 10–24°C.
Pets
Fatsia japonica is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but it is not food.
Chosen for this plant
Substrate & nutrition
Detailed care Complete care guide Light, watering, humidity, substrate and nutrition in detail
Light without excessive heat
Provide bright indirect light or bright partial shade. Protect the large leaves from harsh midday sun and heat reflected by glass.
Water after checking
Let the upper portion dry, check the weight and water thoroughly. Do not keep the root zone permanently wet.
Clean foliage
Wipe the broad leaves gently and inspect their undersides for spider mites. Good airflow reduces problems in a dense crown.
A preference for cooler conditions
It performs better at roughly 10–24°C than in persistently hot dry air. Avoid frost, heaters and abrupt changes.
A porous general-purpose mix
Use Essential Mix for a balance of organic matter, air and drainage. Repot when roots have genuinely filled the pot.
Moderate feeding
During active growth use Nutri One according to the label. Apply it to already moist mix and reduce frequency when growth slows.
Botanical identity Origin of the cultivar The species’ range and the history of the cultivated selection
Natural range
Fatsia japonica is native to southern Korea, Japan and the Nansei-shoto islands.
Habitat
It is an evergreen subtropical shrub of woodland edges and sheltered sites, receiving filtered light and seasonal coolness.
Botanical identity
The older name Aralia japonica is a synonym. The accepted genus is Fatsia, distinct from but related to other Araliaceae.
From natural habitat to care: Its subtropical woodland origin explains its tolerance of bright partial shade and preference for cooler, well-aired conditions.
Greenleaf for Plant Nerds Scientific facts nobody asked for Botanical details for anyone curious about the plant behind the foliage
The leaf is palmately lobed
Main veins radiate from a common point and organise deep lobes like an open hand.
Mature plants can flower in autumn
Rounded clusters of small white flowers appear on mature shrubs and may be followed by dark fruits.
Lobes reduce wind resistance
Spaces between lobes let air pass more easily than through one large undivided blade.
It is an evergreen woody shrub
Stems become woody with age and can support successive crowns of large leaves.
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers about growth and the plant’s most common signals.
01 Why has one new leaf emerged smaller?
It may relate to seasonal slowdown, lower light, a recent move or restricted roots. Assess new growth over time rather than judging one leaf.
02 Why are the leaves drooping?
They may be reacting to dry roots, excess moisture, heat or an abrupt move. Check the mix before deciding whether water is needed.
03 Can it stay outdoors?
In a mild climate it can grow outdoors in sheltered partial shade. A plant accustomed to indoor conditions needs gradual acclimation and frost protection.
04 Can it be pruned?
Yes. During active growth, weak or overly long stems can be cut above a node with a clean tool.
05 Why are several leaves yellowing together?
Check persistent moisture, low light, hot dry air and root condition. A single old lower leaf may simply be ageing normally.
06 Is it safe for pets?
Fatsia japonica is listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Even so, chewing may cause a simple digestive upset.
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Individual protection
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Sturdy packaging
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