Aspidistra, also known as a root -flower or folk "turtle flower", is a genus of permanent herbs from the asparagaceae family. This plant comes from East Asia, specifically from Japan and China. Aspidistra is valued for its undemanding and the ability to benefit even in less ideal conditions, making it an ideal room plant.
Characteristic
Leaves: large, dark green, glossy and lanceolate leaves grow directly from the underground rhizome. The leaves can be up to 60 cm long and 10 cm wide.
Flowers: Flowers are small, inconspicuous and grow directly at the ground. They are a bell -shaped shape, usually purple or brown, and often hidden under the leaves.
Growth: It grows slowly and creates thick clumps of leaves. It can reach a height of up to 60 cm.
Growing and Care
The aspidistra is known for its resistance to different conditions, making it a popular plant for beginners and experienced gardeners.
Light: The shadow prefers to a penumbra. It also tolerates low lighting levels, which makes it ideal for places with limited access to natural light.
Temperature: It rises well at temperatures between 10-24 ° C. It can also bear short -term exposure to lower temperatures, but is sensitive to frost.
Moisture: It tolerates dry air, making it a suitable plant for internal spaces with central heating.
Watering: The watering should be regular, but the soil should dry slightly between watering. Přemělíření can lead to roots rot.
Substrate: It prefers a well -permeable, humous soil. A mixture for houseplants with the addition of perlite or sand to improve drainage is suitable.
Fertilization: Not fertilization demanding. During the growing season (spring and summer) it is advisable to fertilize once a month with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Importance
The aspidistra is popular as a decorative house plant due to its durability and attractive appearance. It is often used in interior design and office space where other plants do not have to prosper well.
Attractions
The aspidistra was popular in the Victorian era, when it was often grown in the dark interiors of houses.
It is known as "Cast Iron Plant" or "Turtle Flower" due to its extraordinary resistance to neglect and unfavorable conditions.
Aspidistra flowers are pollinated with snails, which is quite unusual in the plant empire.
