Aspidistra elatior 'Ippin'

Also Known As

Ippin Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

7b-12

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Aspidistra elatior 'Ippin' plant details

Aspidistra elatior 'Ippin' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and winter purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular - occasional water. 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 elatior 'Ippin'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra elatior 'Ippin'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sought after selection from Japan with 2’ tall, evergreen leaves that are 1-3” wide and heavily striped in striking, vertical swathes of silver. Late fall-early winter alien flowers of purple at bases of leaves. Light to full shade, best in rich, moist soil, best in protected spot; splendid house pet too!

By: Secret Garden Growers

Gardening facts about Aspidistra elatior 'Ippin' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra elatior 'Ippin'

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