Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Closeup on a green aspidistra plant growing in a red plastic pot indoors against a white wall in a cropped view Elegant yet tough, ...

Known as the “Cast Iron Plant,” Aspidistra elatior, is an old-fashioned plant, slow-growing, but easy to grow. It was a popular houseplant in the Victorian era, when homes often were dark and drafty.

Got a niggling houseplant query? Our expert is here to help. This week’s tips on how to keep your aspidistra flying What’s the problem? I’ve had an aspidistra for about 30 years. It’s not dead, but it ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Aspidistra (botanical name: Aspidistra elatior) is a brilliant starter houseplant and a great choice if you're looking for a ...

If you’re looking to enhance your indoor greenery with a low-maintenance, visually appealing plant, the Aspidistra might just be your perfect match. Known for its resilience and striking foliage, the ...

Q:When can I cut back aspidistra leaves? Can I cut all the leaves back and expect new ones in the spring? — B.B., Houston A: You can cut them to the ground in late winter, and they'll send up new ...

Look at a photograph of a Victorian family posing indoors and there is likely to be a large upright plant with leathery, lance-shaped leaves lurking in the frame. Its sculptural form enhanced the ...

Aspidistra (botanical name: Aspidistra elatior) is a brilliant starter houseplant and a great choice if you're looking for a low-maintenance green companion. Commonly known as the cast-iron plant, ...