Status:
valid
Authors:
Stapf
Source:
wcs
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 36: 113 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000637340
Common Names
- Tiny-flowered Aspidistra
- Tiny-flowered Cast Iron Plant
- Tiny-flowered Barroom Plant
Description
Aspidistra minutiflora (also called Small-flowered Aspidistra, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to China and is found in forests and grasslands. It has small white flowers and lanceolate leaves.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra minutiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil and prevent erosion. It is drought tolerant and can be used in areas with low rainfall.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspidistra minutiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with narrow, lance-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra minutiflora is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that is native to Japan. It is easy to grow and requires minimal care. It can be propagated by seed or division. When grown from seed, it should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in early spring or late fall, when the plant is actively growing. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, bright location until they have established.
Where to Find Aspidistra minutiflora
Aspidistra minutiflora is native to tropical Asia and can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.
Aspidistra minutiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidistra minutiflora?
Aspidistra minutiflora
What is the common name of Aspidistra minutiflora?
Small-flowered Aspidistra
What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra minutiflora?
Dry grasslands
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,