Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
lateralis
ID:
806046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tillich

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 116: 320 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805380

Common Names

  • Lateral Aspidistra
  • Bar Room Plant
  • Cast Iron Plant

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Description

Aspidistra lateralis (also called 'Lateralis Cast-iron Plant' and 'Lateralis Bar-room Plant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Taiwan. It is a terrestrial plant that grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra lateralis is an ornamental plant used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra lateralis has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra lateralis is a hardy evergreen perennial that can be grown in USDA Hardiness Zones 8-11. It is easy to propagate from division or by seed. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate full sun in cooler climates.

Where to Find Aspidistra lateralis

Aspidistra lateralis is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of China, Japan, and Taiwan.

Aspidistra lateralis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra lateralis?

Aspidistra lateralis

What is the common name of Aspidistra lateralis?

Lateral Cast Iron Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra lateralis?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

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,

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