Aspidistra Elatior (Cast Iron Plant)
Aspidistra Elatior (Cast Iron Plant)
Aspidistra Elatior, commonly known as the Cast Iron Plant, is renowned for its resilience and adaptability, thriving in low-light conditions and tolerating neglect like no other. With its deep green, broad, upright leaves, this hardy plant brings a lush, tropical touch to indoor spaces or shaded garden areas, making it ideal for those seeking a low-maintenance foliage option. Its slow growth and elegant form add structure and depth to garden beds or pots.
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Mature height
0.5–1 meter
Mature width
0.5–1 meter
Spacing
0.5–1 meter apart
Foliage
Dark green, glossy leaves
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Rarely flowers indoors; in outdoor conditions, small purplish flowers may appear at the base of the plant in late summer
Sun tolerance
Tolerates low light to full shade; can handle some direct sunlight but prefers indirect light
Maintenance
Very low maintenance; water during dry periods; wipe leaves to remove dust