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Cast Iron Plant
Aspidistra elatior

Liliaceae

Rhizomes are woody and creeping; leaves are dark, glossy green with pointed tips; stems arch; flowers are bell shaped and rarely form under interior conditions.

Plant Form or Habit: curved

Plant Use: medium foliage

Exposure: medium

Flower Color: cream to dark purple

Blooming Period:

Height: 2 feet

Width: variable

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium

Additional Comments: These plants are extremely tolerant and require little care.

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