{"product_id":"fatsia-japonica-green-finger","title":"Fatsia polycarpa ‘Green Fingers’","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBold, architectural, and wonderfully unusual, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia polycarpa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Green Fingers’ is a striking tropical foliage plant with deeply divided, finger-like leaves that give it a dramatic sculptural appearance. Its glossy green foliage creates movement and texture, making it a brilliant statement plant for bright interiors, conservatories, or sheltered outdoor spaces during warmer months. Compared to traditional Japanese Aralias, this species has a much more exotic and jungle-like feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia polycarpa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Green Fingers’ (many-fruited fatsia)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e belongs to the Araliaceae family, alongside plants such as ivy (\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHedera\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e) and \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchefflera\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. The genus name comes from the old Japanese word for “eight”, referring to the leaf lobes commonly seen in the group. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia polycarpa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is less commonly grown than \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia japonica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e and is prized for its more deeply divided foliage and tropical growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGreen Fingers Fatsia, Finger Leaf Fatsia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNative to Taiwan, where it grows in humid subtropical woodland environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate partial shade. Avoid prolonged harsh direct sun, especially indoors, as it may scorch the leaves. Outdoors, it does best in a sheltered spot with dappled shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater when the top few centimetres of soil begin to dry out. Keep the compost lightly moist during spring and summer but avoid overly wet conditions, especially during cooler months. Reduce watering slightly in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoys moderate to high humidity and benefits from occasional misting or placement near other plants. It adapts reasonably well to average household humidity but will look its best in more humid conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse a rich but free-draining compost mix. A blend containing houseplant compost, bark, and perlite works particularly well. Repot every 2–3 years or when roots begin filling the pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed every 2–4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertiliser. Reduce feeding during autumn and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemp\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers temperatures between 15–26°C. Protect from temperatures below 10°C and avoid cold draughts or sudden temperature drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGenerally considered low risk, but sap may cause mild irritation if ingested by pets or humans. As with most houseplants, it’s best kept out of reach of curious pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis plant loves warmth and steady conditions. Avoid moving it around too frequently, especially during colder months, as sudden environmental changes can cause leaf stress or drooping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlthough sometimes mistaken for a hardy outdoor shrub like \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia japonica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eFatsia polycarpa\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is much less cold tolerant and is generally better suited to indoor growing in the UK, or moved outdoors only during warmer summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe deeply cut foliage of ‘Green Fingers’ gives the plant an almost prehistoric appearance, making it especially popular in tropical style planting schemes and indoor jungle collections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"17cm","offer_id":58211378495869,"sku":"9332943089771","price":24.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/fatsia-polycarpa-green-fingers-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-7465374.jpg?v=1780157377","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/fatsia-japonica-green-finger","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}