Cast-iron plant

Aspidistra elatior

Category:

Groundcover

Family:

Asparagaceae

Zone:

7, 8, 9

Height:

1-3 ft

Width:

1-3 ft

Growth / Form:

Clumping

Light:

Part Shade, Shade

Native / Invasive Status:

Non-native (non-invasive)

Pollinator Value:

Low

Growth Rate:

Slow

USDA Zones:

7-9

Cultivars:

Asahi, Ginga Giant, Milky Way

Notes:

Extremely shade tolerant

Additional source details:
Wildlife: deer, rabbits
Environment: heavy shade, poor soil, salt

Description

Extremely shade tolerant