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Cast Iron Plant
Aspidistra elatior · Asparagaceae
How it looks
Cast Iron Plant is a very hardy foliage plant with long, broad, sword-shaped dark green leaves that grow upright in clusters from the base. The leaves are thick, leathery, and glossy, and it thrives even in low light. It reaches 20-31 in (50-80 cm) tall.
Cast Iron Plant is listed as non-toxic to cats by the ASPCA. An occasional nibble is unlikely to cause any real trouble.
Guide for parents
Even with a safe plant, make a habit of picking up fallen leaves the same day. If your cat likes to dig in or eat potting soil, fertilizer ingredients can upset their stomach — covering the soil with pebbles works well. If it comes home as a cut stem, florists often treat it with preservatives, so place the vase where your cat can't drink the water.
Details
- Scientific name
- Aspidistra elatior
- Common name
- Cast Iron Plant
- Family
- Asparagaceae
- Source
- ASPCA
