Photo of Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty' foliage by Joshua McCullough

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Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty'

Also Known As

  • Aspidistra tonkinensis 'Spotty'
  • Spotty Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 7b-12

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Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty' plant details

Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chartreuse, gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - 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 sichuanensis 'Spotty'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, houseplant, spotted leaves, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A Cistus introduction of a lovely species, this our seedling selection from Southeast China, with graceful, long green leaves, to 3 ft or more, emerging with black sheaths, the leaves humorously spotted almost golden. Tolerant of deep shade and drought, but more pleased with ample summer moisture and good soil. Thus far frost hardy to upper USDA zone 7. We think this is one of the most graceful of all the aspidistras.

Gardening facts about Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra sichuanensis 'Spotty'

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glossy

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