Aspidistra elatior
Cast Iron Plant
Description
As an evergreen perennial, Cast Iron Plant is often used as a house plant. It slowly grows to 2' tall and 2'-3' wide. Foliage resembles long, wide swords, around 6" wide. Bell shaped, cream colored flowers with maroon interiors appear in summer. Cast Iron Plant grows in dark, shaded areas. This is a beautiful plant for foliage and flowers, creating a great woodland setting.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Purple, White
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.