Aspidistra basalis
Also Known As
- Basal Cast Iron Plant
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 24"-30"
- W: 18"-48"
planting zones
- 7b-12
Aspidistra basalis plant details
Aspidistra basalis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Features glossy and grassy texture. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - occasional 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 basalis
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: asparagaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 48 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aspidistra basalis
- USDA Zones: 7b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, heat, humidity and verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Gardening facts about Aspidistra basalis plant
How to Grow Aspidistra basalis
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
- grassy
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 18"-25"
Width: 12"-30"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-28"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
8a-12
Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 18"-30"
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7b-12
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-3'
- bright shade - shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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