Fuchsia paniculata is a plant of the genus Fuchsia native to Central America.

It belongs to the section Schufia and is most closely related to Fuchsia arborescens.

[1] Fuchsia paniculata is a tall shrub or small tree, typically reaching 3–8 metres (9.8–26.2 ft) in height.

It usually has smooth, erect branches.

The fruit is nearly round, 4-9 mm long and 4-7 mm thick, with a bluish-purple color and a whitish, waxy coating.