Aspidistra / cast iron plant 1m to 1.2,m Aspiradas Duo, in Fiber Glass (GRP) Pot

🌿 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

• Scientific Name: Aspidistra elatior

• Family: Asparagaceae

• Type: Perennial (comes back every year)

• Leaves: Long, leathery, and grow straight from the ground

• Flowers: Small and hidden, shaped like bells or cups

💪 Why People Love It

• Super Tough: Handles low light, uneven watering, and temperature changes

• Great Indoors: Perfect for dark corners or chilly hallways

• Works Outdoors Too: Survives cold down to −15 °C (5 °F)

• Air Cleaner: Helps improve indoor air quality

🌼 Popular Types

🪴 How to Care for It

☀️ Light

• Likes low to moderate indirect light

• Great for rooms with little sunlight

💧 Water

• Let soil dry slightly between waterings

• Avoid overwatering—it can cause root rot

🌱 Soil

• Use well-draining potting mix

• Mix with perlite for better drainage

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Happy in normal indoor temperatures

• Prefers moderate humidity, but flexible

🌸 Fertilizer

• Use light fertilizer in spring and summer

• Too much can burn the leaves

✂️ Pruning

• Not much needed

• Just trim yellow or damaged leaves to keep it tidy