Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1321723

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tillich

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 64: 206 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334177

Common Names

  • Aspidistra gracilis
  • Graceful Cast Iron Plant
  • Graceful Cast Iron Plant Herb

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Description

Aspidistra gracilis (also called Slender Aspidistra, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is an evergreen perennial with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra gracilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra gracilis has small, white flowers with 6 petals and 6 sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra gracilis can be propagated by division and tissue culture. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Aspidistra gracilis

Aspidistra gracilis is native to India and can be found in the states of Assam, Meghalaya, Mizoram, and Tripura.

Aspidistra gracilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra gracilis?

Aspidistra gracilis

What are the common names of Aspidistra gracilis?

Slender Cast Iron Plant, Slender Aspidistra

What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra gracilis?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Aspidistra genus

Aspidistra acetabuliformis, Aspidistra austrosinensis, Aspidistra caespitosa, Aspidistra carinata, Aspidistra cavicola, Aspidistra claviformis, Aspidistra cruciformis, Aspidistra cyathiflora, Aspidistra daibuensis, Aspidistra dolichanthera, Aspidistra ebianensis, Aspidistra elatior, Aspidistra fasciaria, Aspidistra fenghuangensis, Aspidistra fimbriata, Aspidistra flaviflora, Aspidistra fungilliformis, Aspidistra glandulosa, Aspidistra hekouensis, Aspidistra leshanensis, Aspidistra leyeensis, Aspidistra linearifolia, Aspidistra longanensis, Aspidistra longifolia, Aspidistra longiloba, Aspidistra longipedunculata, Aspidistra longipetala, Aspidistra luodianensis, Aspidistra lurida, Aspidistra marginella, Aspidistra minutiflora, Aspidistra muricata, Aspidistra mushaensis, Aspidistra oblanceifolia, Aspidistra oblongifolia, Aspidistra omeiensis, Aspidistra patentiloba, Aspidistra punctata, Aspidistra retusa, Aspidistra saxicola, Aspidistra sichuanensis, Aspidistra subrotata, Aspidistra sutepensis, Aspidistra tonkinensis, Aspidistra triloba, Aspidistra typica, Aspidistra urceolata, Aspidistra xilinensis, Aspidistra zongbayi, Aspidistra alternativa,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

Hans-Jürgen Tillich (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tillich' in the authors string.