Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
opaca
ID:
806051

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tillich

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 116: 321 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805385

Common Names

  • Opaque Aspidistra
  • Bar Room Plant
  • Cast Iron Plant

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Description

Aspidistra opaca (also called 'Opaca Cast-iron Plant' and 'Opaca 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 opaca is used as an ornamental plant, for its attractive foliage. It is also used as a houseplant, as it is easy to care for and can tolerate low light conditions.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Aspidistra opaca var. rugosa Tillich

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra opaca has white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra opaca 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 opaca

Aspidistra opaca is native to China and can be found in moist, shady forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Aspidistra opaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aspidistra opaca?

Aspidistra opaca

What is the common name of Aspidistra opaca?

Opaque Cast Iron Plant

What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra opaca?

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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