Cast Iron - Main Image
PerennialsSemi-EvergreenShade LovingCast IronFlower Beds

Cast Iron

Aspidistra elatior
A durable evergreen perennial known for its broad, deep green leaves and upright, clumping growth. Grows about 18-24 inches tall and 18-24 inches wide. Cast Iron Plant thrives in USDA zones 7-11 and adds rich texture to shade plantings, borders, and foundation areas in Texas landscapes.

Product Details

Cast Iron

Aspidistra elatior

Cast Iron Plant is an evergreen perennial valued for its wide, glossy green leaves that rise upright in a clean, structured form. The smooth, arching foliage creates a dense, layered look, adding depth and contrast to shaded planting areas. Its steady, clumping habit forms a full mound that blends easily with surrounding plants while maintaining a strong presence. Reaching about 18 to 24 inches tall and spreading 18 to 24 inches wide at maturity, it develops a balanced, textural form that works well in shade plantings, borders, and foundation areas.

  • Evergreen perennial
  • Broad, glossy green leaves
  • Upright, clumping growth habit
  • Moderate growth rate
  • Excellent for shade plantings, borders, and foundation areas

Cast Iron Plant thrives in partial to full shade and prefers well-drained soil. Hardy in USDA zones 7 through 11, it provides rich foliage and lasting structure in Texas landscapes.

Special Features

Dense, Dark Green Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Disease Resistant
Compact Growth Habit
Adaptable
Leaf Retention:Semi-Evergreen
Scientific Name:Aspidistra elatior
Sun Needs:Shade
Maturity:2' H x 2' W
Leaf Color:Lustrous dark green leaves that take on a warm bronze hue in autumn.

You might also like

Milky Way Cast Iron

Milky Way Cast Iron

Maturity: 1.5' H x 1' W

$15.50 - $45.50
Tiny Tank Dwarf Cast Iron

Tiny Tank Dwarf Cast Iron

Maturity: 1.5' H x 2' W

$8.75 - $15.75
Northern Exposure Amber Heuchera

Northern Exposure Amber Heuchera

Maturity: 1' H x 1' W

$13.00
Northern Exposure Black Heuchera

Northern Exposure Black Heuchera

Maturity: 1' H x 2' W

$13.00
Gray Creeping Germander

Gray Creeping Germander

Maturity: 0.25' H x 1.5' W

$10.25
Variegated Leopard Plant

Variegated Leopard Plant

Maturity: 2' H x 2.5' W

$13.25
Japanese Aralia

Japanese Aralia

Maturity: 5' H x 5' W

$26.50 - $88.50
Bloodgood Japanese Maple

Bloodgood Japanese Maple

Maturity: 20' H x 20' W

$188.25 - $436.00
Blue Angel Hosta

Blue Angel Hosta

Maturity: 2' H x 3' W

$12.50
Burgundy Glow Ajuga

Burgundy Glow Ajuga

Maturity: 0.5' H x 1' W

$35.00
Chocolate Chip Ajuga

Chocolate Chip Ajuga

Maturity: 0.5' H x 1.5' W

$6.25 - $34.50
Dwarf Mondo

Dwarf Mondo

Maturity: 0.5' H x 0.5' W

$5.75 - $27.25
First Frost Hosta

First Frost Hosta

Maturity: 1.25' H x 2.5' W

$11.25
Fragrant Bouquet Hosta

Fragrant Bouquet Hosta

Maturity: 2' H x 3' W

$24.50
Francee Hosta

Francee Hosta

Maturity: 2' H x 4' W

$14.50

Compare Similar Plants

Cast Iron
Cast Iron

This plant

Milky Way Cast Iron
Scientific NameAspidistra elatiorAspidistra elatior 'Milky Way'
Size at Maturity2' H x 2' W1.5' H x 1' W
Leaf RetentionSemi-EvergreenSemi-Evergreen
Sizes Available—1, 3 gal
Guarantee Stamp

Our 1-Year Planting Guarantee

We take pride in our plants and installation services. If any plants or trees installed by Treeland fail to thrive within the first year, we'll provide a replacement credit in accordance with our guarantee program.

Learn More About Our Guarantee

Frequently asked questions

Have questions about our products or services? Check out our FAQ section to find answers to common queries.

Need further assistance?

Phone:

(972) 372-4737

We provide three convenient ordering options for you:
  1. Visit our farm in person, tag your trees, and fill out an order form on site.
  2. Order online through our inventory page.
  3. Call us, and our sales staff will take your order over the phone.

For trees and plants 15 gallon and larger, we’re happy to hold your order or schedule delivery up to 30 days out so you can plan ahead with ease. For plants smaller than 15 gallon, we can hold them for 24 hours.

If any plants or trees installed by Treeland fail to thrive within the first year, we'll provide a replacement credit in accordance with our guarantee program. View our guarantee policy.

We offer tree removal services for trees up to 6" in diameter at the base. The tree removal must be in the location of the tree to be removed, and we only offer small quantities of removals. Each request will be reviewed individually, and customers are required to email a photo of the tree to our office for approval after placing an order.