Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form]

Also Known As

Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"-42"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

7a-12

Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form] plant details

Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring burgundy and cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 36 IN - 42 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and cream blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form]

USDA Zones: 7a - 12
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An all green form of this aspidistra species from Southeast China, with graceful, narrow, arching leaves, to 3' or more, emerging with black sheaths. These are vigorous growers, appearing earlier in the spring and seemingly more frost tolerant than the species. Best in shade to deep shade and, though accepting of drought, prefers regular summer water and rich soil. Frost hardy to the bottom of USDA zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

Gardening facts about Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form] plant

How to Grow Aspidistra tonkinensis [All green form]

Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant