Plants in genus fatsia
Fatsia japonica 'Spider's Web'
This plant features green and white variegated foliage and clusters of white flowers in late autumn, followed by glossy black berries. It is a slow grower, reaching up to 5 feet tall and wide, and is hardy in USDA zones 8-10. It thrives in partial to full shade and is resistant to diseases and pests.
Fatsia japonica
Fatsia japonica is an evergreen plant native to southern Japan and Korea, known for its variegated white and medium green foliage. It can brighten shady patio areas and complements white-flowering plants. The plant features glossy, deeply lobed leaves and can grow up to 15 feet tall in warmer climates. In November, it produces small white flowers followed by blue fruit. Fatsia japonica is effective at removing gaseous formaldehyde from indoor air, making it a beneficial houseplant. It is hardy in various climates and has become naturalized in some areas outside its native range.
Fatsia japonica 'Variegata'
Fatsia japonica 'Variegata' is a low-maintenance shrub with large, tropical-looking evergreen leaves bordered in white. It forms a 7-foot tall and wide clump over ten years and blooms with white flowers in late October to early November. This plant thrives in shaded conditions and can tolerate half-day sun, making it suitable for USDA zone 7a and north. It is more winter hardy than the common green form and is a popular choice for adding bold texture to gardens.
Fatsia japonica 'Spiders Web'
Fatsia japonica 'Spiders Web' is a shade-loving shrub with shiny green palmate leaves heavily speckled with white. This plant takes about three years to mature and is an excellent choice for deep shade areas, thriving in Arctic zones north of Zone 7. Its unique foliage pattern makes it a superb houseplant, adding a touch of the tropics to indoor spaces. 'Spiders Web' is also drought-tolerant and can withstand dry shade conditions, making it a versatile and resilient addition to gardens and homes alike.
Fatsia japonica 'Murakumo Nishiki'
Fatsia japonica 'Murakumo Nishiki' is a striking plant with deeply cut foliage patterned in yellow-gold with dark green borders. It grows up to 7 feet tall over 15 years and produces pendent spikes of flowers in late fall. This plant tolerates various soil conditions except waterlogged soils.