Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
zinaidae
ID:
1324474

Status:
valid

Authors:
Aver. & Tillich

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 15(1): 8 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336928

Common Names

  • Aspidistra Zinaidae
  • Zinaidae
  • Aspidistra

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Description

Aspidistra zinaidae (also called 'Cast Iron Plant', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is native to China and Vietnam. It grows in shady areas, often in forests, and can be found in moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidistra zinaidae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aspidistra zinaidae has small, white flowers with a yellow center and a short, tubular corolla. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a rough surface. The seedlings have short, broad leaves and a green stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidistra zinaidae is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 m in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a moist, well-drained soil.

Where to Find Aspidistra zinaidae

Aspidistra zinaidae is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Fujian, Guangdong, and Hainan.

Aspidistra zinaidae FAQ

What are the growing conditions for Aspidistra zinaidae?

Aspidistra zinaidae prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil.

What are the blooming times for Aspidistra zinaidae?

Aspidistra zinaidae blooms in late spring and early summer.

What is the average size of Aspidistra zinaidae?

Aspidistra zinaidae typically grows to be 1-2 feet tall and wide.

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,

References

Leonid Averyanov (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Aver.' in the authors string.
Hans-Jürgen Tillich (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tillich' in the authors string.