Many-fruited Aralia (Fatsia Polycarpa) is a perennial shrub in the Araliaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

An evergreen shrub with large, rounded, deeply lobed, matt-green leaves to 30cm long. In early winter produces large, terminal inflorescences of creamy white flowers followed by black berries in spring.

Many-fruited Aralia

Many-fruited Aralia

Fatsia Polycarpa

An evergreen shrub with large, rounded, deeply lobed, matt-green leaves to 30cm long. In early winter produces large, terminal inflorescences of creamy white flowers followed by black berries in spring.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, clay, sand
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, ornamental foliage

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Many-fruited Aralia

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Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Many-fruited Aralia
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Taxonomy

Family:Araliaceae
Genus:Fatsia