{"product_id":"cast-iron-plant-5-pot","title":"Cast Iron Plant - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eCast Iron Plant (Aspidistra elatior) earns its name from its remarkable toughness, surviving deep shade, irregular watering, dust and temperature swings that would kill most plants. It forms upright clumps of broad, leathery, dark-green lance-shaped leaves rising directly from the soil. A classic Victorian parlour plant, it brings lush, formal greenery to the darkest corners of homes, hallways and shaded verandahs. Slow-growing but long-lived, it asks for very little attention, making it perfect for low-light rooms and forgetful gardeners. Rare ground-level maroon flowers may appear but are usually hidden by the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsparagaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJapan, Taiwan, China\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-70 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen, glossy dark green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaroon (rare, at soil level)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring (rarely seen)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubtropical to temperate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to medium indirect light; avoid direct sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater when top soil dries; tolerates occasional dryness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-draining loamy potting mix\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-30 C; tolerates cool conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdapts to low and average humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight balanced feed once a month in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRemove damaged or yellow leaves at the base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years; dislikes frequent disturbance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDivision of rhizome clumps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally pest-free; rarely spider mites or scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic and pet-safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for dim hallways, shaded corners and offices where other plants fail; also used as understorey greenery in shaded gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India keep it strictly out of direct sun, which bleaches the leaves, and wipe the foliage occasionally to clear dust and keep it glossy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water a Cast Iron Plant?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater when the top few centimetres of soil dry out, roughly every week or so. It tolerates occasional dryness, so avoid overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan it grow in low light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is one of the best plants for dim corners and shaded rooms, though it grows faster in moderate indirect light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the Cast Iron Plant safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it is non-toxic and considered safe for cats, dogs and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly every 2-3 years. It is slow-growing and dislikes disturbance, so leave it slightly pot-bound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDivide the rhizome clump in spring, ensuring each section has a few leaves and roots, then pot up separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the leaf tips turning brown?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrown tips often result from dry air, mineral build-up or overwatering. Use filtered water and trim affected tips.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRarely. Small maroon flowers can appear at soil level but are usually hidden by the foliage and seldom seen indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it outdoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, in deep shade or under trees in frost-free areas. It is mainly grown indoors for low-light tolerance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my plant growing so slowly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSlow growth is normal for this species. Steady indirect light and occasional feeding encourage new leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I fertilize?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed lightly once a month with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season; it needs very little feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256083284214,"sku":"PLT-CASTIRONPLAN-P05-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/l8nsa6HjS6RLyD4By9B8KNlWinKsUGDV1WNCDm7Y.jpg?v=1783920700","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/cast-iron-plant-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}