Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan'

Also Known As

White Snowy Crown Cast Iron Plant

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 18"-30"

planting zones

7b-12

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Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan' plant details

Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring cream and purple flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - low water. 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 elatior 'Sekko Kan'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asparagaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 18 IN - 30 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and purple blooms in spring
Uses: big leaves, tropical-looking, woodland garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan'

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

Cast iron plant has frequently been used as a houseplant where it can be placed in dark corners where it seems impervious to the low light conditions. Yet they are also hardy on the west coast and can be planted outside in shaded conditions, especially with overhead protection from trees and shrubs. 'Sekko Kan' is a dramatic Japanese selection with dark green leaves frosted and striped with white.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Garden photo gallery of Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan'

Photo of Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan' foliage by Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

By: Karl Gercens III

Gardening facts about Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan' plant

How to Grow Aspidistra elatior 'Sekko Kan'

Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - low
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant