Aralia japonica
Fatsia Japonica
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Fatsia Japonica (Aralia japonica) - Description
Fatsia japonica (fatsi or Japanese aralia; syn. Aralia japonica Thunb. , A. sieboldii Hort. ex K. Koch) is a species of flowering plant in the family Araliaceae, native to southern Japan and South Korea. It is an evergreen shrub growing to 3–6 m (9. 8–20 ft) tall, with stout, sparsely branched stems.
Fatsia Japonica (Aralia japonica) - Blooming
Flowers are small and white but in such large clusters that they are showy. Blooms in midsummer.
Fatsia Japonica (Aralia japonica) - Growth
Does well in full sun exposure or partial shade. They can reach as tall as 30 ft. making them unsuitable for smaller gardens. In colder climates they may only reach 10 ft. tall.
Fatsia Japonica (Aralia japonica) - Planting
Not suggested for planting near pools as the stems are very spiny.
Fatsia Japonica (Aralia japonica) - Pest
Very prone to certain leaf spots. Aphids, spider mites, and mealybugs. Stem borders may occur.
Fatsia Japonica (Aralia japonica) - Soil and irrigation
Needs moderate to regular water. Does best in fertile, moist, and humus-rich soil.
