Aspidistra
Common Name(s)
Aspidistra, Cast Iron Plant
Latin Name
Aspidistra Elatior
Care Level
Perfect For Beginners
Light
A Cast Iron plant grows in any low-light to bright filtered light area. Light that is too bright can cause leaf damage.
Water
Allow the top two inches of soil to dry before watering. Remember that lower light conditions mean it needs less water.
Humidity
Prefers regular household humidity
Temperature
A Cast Iron plant does well in temperatures between 10°C-23°C. This plant can even survive in temperatures as low as 7°C.
Fertiliser
Feed monthly from March to October with a well balanced fertiliser.
Toxicity
Non-poisonous houseplant.
How long can my Aspidistra survive without watering?
If you move your Cast Iron plant to a low-light and a cool area it will be fine for three weeks.
Why are the tips of my leaves turning brown?
This could be as a result of underwatering so do start my checking the soil. Beyond that it may be that the plant is placed in an area with very dry air. Remember these plants should not be near a heat source.Look to move to a slightly more humid environment.
