{"product_id":"aspidistra-elatior-17o-70cm-cast-iron-plant","title":"Aspidistra elatior 17Ø 70cm (Cast Iron Plant)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAspidistra elatior (Cast Iron Plant)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonymous with resilience and enduring elegance, \u003ci\u003eAspidistra elatior\u003c\/i\u003e, commonly known as the Cast Iron Plant, is one of the toughest and most dependable foliage plants available. Renowned for its unparalleled tolerance to neglect, low light, and fluctuating temperatures, this perennial features large, glossy, deep green, lance-shaped leaves that rise gracefully from the soil, forming dense, elegant clumps. A slow-growing favourite since the Victorian era, the Cast Iron Plant is the ultimate architectural accent for dark corners, hallways, and offices, offering a lush, sophisticated aesthetic with minimal fuss.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Placement Area:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow light champion:\u003c\/b\u003e Famously thrives in deep shade and low light conditions where many other houseplants fail. It is perfect for north-facing rooms, shady corners, and dimly lit hallways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarm and stable:\u003c\/b\u003e Tolerates a wide temperature range but prefers average room temperatures between 10-24°C (50-75°F). Avoid sudden, dramatic temperature drops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVersatile use:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent as a floor plant, a statement piece in a dark office, or even as groundcover in shaded outdoor areas in mild, frost-free climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIndoor or outdoor:\u003c\/b\u003e Best used as a houseplant, but can be planted outdoors in deep shade in zones 7-11.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbeatable toughness:\u003c\/b\u003e Its nickname \"Cast Iron Plant\" is well-earned; it tolerates low light, infrequent watering, dust, and temperature fluctuations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe:\u003c\/b\u003e Generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, making it a reliable choice for households with pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eArchitectural foliage:\u003c\/b\u003e The large, upright, glossy leaves provide a beautiful, structural, and lush green contrast to any decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAir purifier:\u003c\/b\u003e Helps to filter and clean common household toxins from the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLong-lived:\u003c\/b\u003e A true long-term investment that can thrive in a single spot for many years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWatering Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAllow soil to dry thoroughly:\u003c\/b\u003e This plant is highly drought-tolerant. Allow the soil to dry out almost completely before watering again. Overwatering is the single biggest threat and will cause the roots to rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater sparingly in winter:\u003c\/b\u003e Reduce watering frequency significantly during cooler months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEnsure drainage:\u003c\/b\u003e Always use a pot with drainage holes and an extremely well-draining soil mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Use a standard, well-draining potting mix, often one enriched with some grit or perlite to improve aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFertilize minimally:\u003c\/b\u003e This plant is a very light feeder. Fertilize sparingly, if at all, using a balanced liquid houseplant feed diluted to half strength once or twice during the active growing season (spring\/summer).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDust leaves:\u003c\/b\u003e Dust can accumulate quickly on its large, glossy leaves. Wipe them regularly with a damp cloth to keep them shining and maximise their light absorption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/b\u003e Repotting is rarely needed, as it prefers to be root-bound. Only repot every 3-5 years when the roots are completely compacted, into a pot only slightly larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid direct sun:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct sunlight will cause the leaves to scorch, yellow, and develop brown patches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Level:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow Light to Deep Shade:\u003c\/b\u003e Excels in low light conditions that kill most other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTolerates Medium Indirect Light:\u003c\/b\u003e Can grow well in medium light, but bright sun must be avoided.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid Direct Sun:\u003c\/b\u003e Causes irreversible leaf burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNon-toxic to pets:\u003c\/b\u003e Considered non-toxic to cats and dogs (ASPCA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMetafields for Aspidistra elatior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Characteristics:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Glossy Green Leaves, Upright Foliage, Low Light Tolerant, Extremely Durable, Architectural\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClass:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Houseplant, Foliage Plant, Shade Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuitable Space:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Low Light Hallway, Office, North-facing Room, Shady Corner, Bedroom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Low Light, Deep Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTag:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eValue:\u003c\/b\u003e Easy Care, Low Light Tolerant, Pet Safe, Drought Tolerant, Durable, Indoor Plant, Statement Plant, Victorian Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Naz Plant \u0026 Flowers","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56000566165882,"sku":null,"price":38.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/7729\/7827\/files\/Aspidistra.png?v=1760692542","url":"https:\/\/nazplantandflowers.mom\/products\/aspidistra-elatior-17o-70cm-cast-iron-plant","provider":"Naz Plant \u0026 Flowers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}