Cast Iron Plant
Aspidistra elatior
- Light
- Low light to medium light. Best spot: an east window, or a few feet back from a south or west one.
- Water
- Water when the top of the mix is dry
- Humidity
- Fine in ordinary indoor air
- Potting mix
- An indoor potting mix with good drainage
- Size
- Up to 2 feet, in upright clumps
- Pets
- Non-toxic (ASPCA)
How to care for a cast iron plant
Named for how much neglect it takes. It wants shade, not direct sun, and is drought tolerant while doing best in rich, well-drained soil. Water regularly from spring to fall and sparingly in winter. It suits the dim corners other plants can't handle.
Common problems
No serious pest problems.
Questions people ask
How much light does a cast iron plant need?
Low light to medium light. Best spot: an east window, or a few feet back from a south or west one.
How often should I water a cast iron plant?
Water when the top of the mix is dry.
Is cast iron plant toxic to cats and dogs?
No. Non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses.
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