Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
longifolia
ID:
637925

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.f.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1892

Citation Micro:
Fl. Brit. India 7: 326 (1892)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637257

Common Names

  • Aspidistra
  • Longifolia
  • Long-Leaved Aspidistra

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Synonyms

  • Aspidistra hainanensis Chun & F.C.How [unknown]
  • Aspidistra yingjiangensis L.J.Peng [unknown]
  • Aspidistra larutensis W.J.de Wilde & A.Vogel [unknown]

Description

Aspidistra longifolia (also called Long-Leaf Cast Iron Plant, Long-Leaf Aspidistra, and Long-Leaf Bar Room Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant with long, narrow, dark green leaves. Native to China, it is found in forests and grasslands. It is a popular houseplant and is easy to grow in shade or partial shade.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a number of medicinal properties, including being used to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Aspidistra longifolia are small, white and fragrant. Seed: The seeds of Aspidistra longifolia are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings of Aspidistra longifolia are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra longifolia is a slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can be propagated by division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best propagated in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Aspidistra longifolia

Aspidistra longifolia can be found in China.

Aspidistra longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra longifolia?

Aspidistra longifolia

Where does Aspidistra longifolia grow?

Aspidistra longifolia is native to Southeast Asia and grows in humid environments.

What is the flowering period of Aspidistra longifolia?

Aspidistra longifolia flowers from late spring to early summer.

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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