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Aspidistra plant,Welcome to our web page Aspidistra Plant! Aspidistra elatior Dim light Origin: China and Japan. Description: Thousands of these plants lived out their Nineteenth Century lives in stuffy parlours with curtains drawn. They even survived the neglect and abuse in colonial bar-rooms, earning them the name Cast Iron Plant and Bar Room Plant..
Variegated form is available in gold or cream. Insignificant, small purple or brown flowers may appear in summer. Leaves are long, shiny and spear shaped. Clumps grow to 1 meter high.
Position: Plants will survive in the dimmest corner, though they may need more light in winter. They can withstand draughts. These are one hardy plant!
Stumpy’s Cultivation Tips for a Aspidistra: Plant root divisions in spring in a pot with plenty of pebbles for drainage. Keep them well-watered and wash the leaves regularly.
b>Problems Mealy Bugs. To control Mealy Bug, use Confidor,
it's very safe and non toxic!.
Happy Gardening Marty
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