Cast Iron Plant
5.0 out of 5 (12 experiences)


Also known as
bar-room plant
Taxonomy
Aspidistra elatior
Aspidistra
Asparagaceae
Asparagales
What other plant parents say




*This plant sits on the floor of my dining room, about 4' away from a east-facing window.* Do you want an amazing plant but you're afraid you'll kill it? Do you know someone who is longing to turn t…
An underrated large houseplant. Brings lush jungle appeal, is pet safe, and requires little light and attention. Only downside is that it’s quite slow growing, but that can be a benefit if you buy on…
@Thebigman
Ocala, FL
i find this plant very easy to take care of. so far, i have had this plant for around a month and all i’m seeing is growth :)
@Cmmnsnse
Pinellas Park, FL
King Von might be skinny, but there’s no shortage of confidence as he sprawls out in all directions.
@Philbobaggi…
Dallas, TX
Very hearty! Bought online and was delayed in transit a week and didn’t die.
@Nikravens1
Lara, VIC
Tough little bugger but really beautiful at the same time. Love it.
How to care for Cast Iron Plant
How often to water your Cast Iron Plant

every 9
Cast Iron Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
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Finding light for Cast Iron Plant in your home

a window
Cast Iron Plant may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
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How to fertilize Cast Iron Plant

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cast Iron Plant after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
Care Summary for Cast Iron Plant
Cast Iron Plant
Greg recommends:
0.5 cups every 9 days
< 3ft from a window
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.