Description
Aspidistra stellata (also called Starry Cast Iron Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to China. It is found in subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Aspidistra stellata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and stomachache.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra stellata is a tropical evergreen plant native to Southeast Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade to full sun. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Divisions can be taken from established plants and planted in a moist soil mix.
Where to Find Aspidistra stellata
Aspidistra stellata is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Anhui, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Guizhou, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Shaanxi, and Zhejiang.