Cast iron plant growing herbaceous rhizome of the genus Aspidistra also known as Aspidistra elatior, Cast iron plant perennial evergreen used as ornamental plant, can grow in temperate, mediterranean, subtropics climate or as houseplant and growing in hardiness zone 8-11.
Cast iron plant leaves
Leaves color green in lanceolate shape, the leaf grow on stems.
Flower color purple-brown with white, the flowers grow in the base of the plant.
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Requirements for Cast iron plant growing and care:
Well-drained soil
What is the best way to start growing?
Plant / Seed / Vegetative reproduction
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction?
Yes
Difficulties or problems when growing:
?
Planting season:
Spring / Summer / Autumn
Pests and diseases:
Aphids
Pruning season:
Autumn / Winter
How to prune:
Dead leaves
Size of the plant?
30-60 cm, 12-24 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition:
Medium growing
Water requirement:
Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing:
Full Shade
Is it possible to grow as houseplant?
Yes
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers:
Yes
Blooming information
Bloom season:
Summer
General information about the flower
Purple-brown flowers with white, the flowers grow in the base of the plant
Scientific name:
Aspidistra elatior