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Also Known As

  • China Star Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 6"-10"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 8a-12

4" | $16

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Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star' plant details

Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring burgundy and white flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. 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 fungilliformis 'China Star'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star'

USDA Zones: 8a - 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

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

(CHINA STAR CAST IRON PLANT) Exotic looking, tough foliage plant for any degree of shade (grows in shade so deep no other plant will grow). A vigorous form collected by Dr. Jim Waddock in Sichuan, China, an expanding clump of 6-8” deep green elongated leaves heavily spotted with bright yellow dots. Most soils, tolerates dry shade. Prefers good soil and regular moisture. Also excels as an indoor plant for a cool location. Thank you Plant Delights for this beautiful selection! USDA Z8b

Gardening facts about Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra fungilliformis 'China Star'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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