Aspidistra / cast iron plant 1m to 1.2,m Aspiradas Duo, in Fiber Glass (GRP) Pot
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🌿 What Is Aspidistra?
Aspidistra, also called the cast iron plant, is a tough, shade-loving plant from Asia (mainly China and Vietnam). It’s known for surviving in tough conditions—hence the nickname!
🌱 Quick Facts
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Scientific Name: Aspidistra elatior
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Family: Asparagaceae
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Type: Perennial (comes back every year)
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Leaves: Long, leathery, and grow straight from the ground
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Flowers: Small and hidden, shaped like bells or cups
💪 Why People Love It
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Super Tough: Handles low light, uneven watering, and temperature changes
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Great Indoors: Perfect for dark corners or chilly hallways
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Works Outdoors Too: Survives cold down to −15 °C (5 °F)
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Air Cleaner: Helps improve indoor air quality
🌼 Popular Types
Variety | Features |
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Aspidistra elatior ‘Variegata’ | Creamy-white striped leaves |
Aspidistra grandiflora | Big, spider-like flowers |
🪴 How to Care for It
☀️ Light
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Likes low to moderate indirect light
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Great for rooms with little sunlight
💧 Water
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Let soil dry slightly between waterings
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Avoid overwatering—it can cause root rot
🌱 Soil
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Use well-draining potting mix
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Mix with perlite for better drainage
🌡️ Temperature & Humidity
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Happy in normal indoor temperatures
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Prefers moderate humidity, but flexible
🌸 Fertilizer
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Use light fertilizer in spring and summer
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Too much can burn the leaves
✂️ Pruning
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Not much needed
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Just trim yellow or damaged leaves to keep it tidy