Status:
valid
Authors:
Tillich
Source:
wcs
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 117: 141 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805392
Common Names
- Tubiflora Aspidistra
- Bar Room Plant
- Cast Iron Plant
Description
Aspidistra tubiflora (also called 'Tubiflora Cast-iron Plant' and 'Tubiflora 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 tubiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used to add texture to flower beds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aspidistra tubiflora has small, white flowers that are borne on a short stalk. The flowers have 6 petals and 6 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Aspidistra tubiflora is a hardy evergreen perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated from division or seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and is tolerant of full shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Aspidistra tubiflora
Aspidistra tubiflora is native to China and can be found in moist, shady forests. It is also cultivated as an ornamental plant.
Aspidistra tubiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Aspidistra tubiflora?
Aspidistra tubiflora
What is the common name of Aspidistra tubiflora?
Tubular Cast Iron Plant
What is the natural habitat of Aspidistra tubiflora?
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,