![Aspidistra 'Cast Iron'](http://houseplantshop.com/cdn/shop/files/8_ASPIDISTRA_CAST.IRON_TEMP_5.16.24_525x700.jpg?v=1716232681)
- Botanical Name: Aspidistra elatior
- Common Name(s): Cast iron plant
- Description: The cast-iron plant has long, stiff, pointed evergreen leaves that are capable of withstanding temperature extremes, dust, smoke, and other harsh conditions. The solitary, bell-shaped flowers, which are usually lilac in colour but sometimes brown or green, are borne at the base of the plant.