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Aspidistra elatior

Aspdistra, Cast-Iron Plant

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Brad Smith/Memoli

 

Description

As an evergreen perennial, it is often used as a house plant. Its dark green leaf blades arise from the soil and are 1-2' long. Each blade is found on a 6-8" long leave stalk. This plant grows in dark, shaded areas and is very water efficient.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Tropical, Woodland

Accenting Features

Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Indoor, Patio, Raised Planter

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.