aspidistraaspidistra
genusgenusResilient evergreen plants characterized by their broad, lance-shaped leaves that emerge directly from underground stems. These shade-loving plants have earned a reputation for their remarkable ability to thrive in low-light conditions and survive neglect.
Etymology
The name 'Aspidistra' comes from the Greek 'aspidion' meaning 'small shield,' referring to the shape of the flower's stigma which resembles a tiny protective shield.
Interesting fact!
Their unique flowers bloom at ground level and are often hidden beneath leaf litter, where they are pollinated by small crawling insects like amphipods.
All species of Aspidistra
aspidistraSubrotata
Star cast iron plant, Ground blooming cast iron plant, Star flower aspidistra.
aspidistraDaibuensis
Spotted cast iron plant, Silver spot aspidistra, Daibu iron plant.
aspidistraSichuanensis
Sichuan cast iron plant, Giant cast iron plant, Chinese hardy lily.
aspidistraTonkinensis
Spotted cast iron plant, Tonkin cast iron plant, Speckled bar room plant.
aspidistraTypica
Cast iron plant, Bar room plant, Iron plant.
aspidistraAttenuata
Slender cast iron plant, Narrow leaf iron plant, Graceful parlor palm.
aspidistraLongifolia
Slender cast iron plant, Narrow leaf cast iron plant, Long leaf bar room plant.
aspidistraMinutiflora
Miniature cast iron plant, Dwarf iron plant, Small-flowered aspidistra.
aspidistraElatior
Cast iron plant, Bar room plant, Iron plant.
aspidistraLurida
Cast iron plant, Bar room plant, Iron plant.
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