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Cast Iron Plant

Aspidistra elatior

beginner 🐾 Pet safe

Aptly named — virtually indestructible. It shrugs off deep shade, irregular watering, draughts, and neglect, making it the ultimate plant for difficult, dark corners. Pet-safe too.

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14 days

Watering frequency

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Low to medium indirect

Light requirement

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low

Humidity need

📋 Care Summary

Very drought-tolerant. Water when soil is completely dry. Tolerates deep shade.

⭐ Pro Tip

Keep it out of direct sun and water sparingly — overwatering is the only real way to harm it.

🚨 Common Problems

  • Brown leaf tips (overwatering or fluoride)
  • Slow growth (totally normal)
  • Faded leaves (direct sun scorch)

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❓ Help / FAQ

How often should I water?

Each plant has its own watering frequency you set when adding it. Most houseplants want water every ~7 days; succulents can go 14+. We email a reminder when one is due.

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How do I invite a housemate?

Open Households → create one → Invite, then share the link or send the email invite. They can water shared plants with you.

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