Botanical name: Aspidistra Elatior

Nickname: Cast Iron Plant; Bar Room Plant

Position: This plant likes shady, indirect light.

Temperature: Warm room temperature 10-15 °C

Water: Water as the soil dries slightly, around once a week and do not allow the plant to be soggy.

Plant type: Indoor

Air purifying: Yes

Pet/baby safe: Yes

Aspidistra are sometimes known as the Cast Iron Plant because they’re almost impossible to kill. If you forget to water it, try and give it a dark spot and leave it for a bit, it should nicely recover! Their resilience has made them a very popular houseplant because anybody can care for one. If you’re just beginning your plant parenting journey, there’s no better starting point!

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