Aspidistra
Aspidistra elatior
Also known as
Cast Iron Plant, Bar-room plant
Aspidistra elatior 01 by Digigalos (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Full Shade
Easy care
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
10a
USDA zone
-1°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
60cm | Max | 60cm |
40cm | Min | 40cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Aspidistra Overview
Aspidistra elatior is a herbaceous perennial plant from the Asparagaceae family. Growing from rhizomes, this is a common species. The leaves are tough and dark green; they are pointed at the tip. The flowers are cream to dark purple and bell-shaped. Commonly known by the names Cast Iron Plant and Common Aspidistra, amongst others. Cast Iron Plant has been used as an indoor plant for many years and can be used as a garden plant for heavily shaded areas, down to -5 degrees Celsius. Aspidistra elatior needs little care and attention, growing slowly in shaded spots with ease, it can survive for over 50 years.
Common problems with Aspidistra
Generally problem-free, but can be susceptible to pests when grown indoors.
How to harvest Aspidistra
Leaves are harvested for cut flower industry or green filler in flower arrangements. Cut down near soil level, do not remove too many from one plant at the same time!
How to propagate Aspidistra
Division
Divide thick patches in spring and replant immediately.
Rhizomes
Special features of Aspidistra
Indoor plant
Tolerates shade, dust as well as heat, cold, wet soil, drought, neglect and low light conditions, but no direct sunlight.
Pot plant
Provide well draining potting mix, fertilize every 3 to 4 months.
Drought resistant
Attractive leaves
Other uses of Aspidistra
Indoor plant.
Ornamental
Leaves are popular in cut flower arrangements
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