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Cast Iron Plant
Aspidistra elatior

Evergreen rhizomatous perennial

Attributes:
deer resistant
xeriscapic
salt tolerant
Foliage Persistence: evergreen

Annual or Perennial?: perennial

Exposure:
shade
partial shade
part sun
Flower Color: Cream outside, maroon inside

Blooming Period:
summer
Height: 2 feet

Width: 1 foot

Heat Tolerance:
very high
Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Tolerates some salt in soil.


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