Aspidistra elatior flower

Aspidistra elatior is one of the popular foliage plants in Victorian times because of their ability to survive under adverse conditions and their remarkable ability to withstand abuse and neglect. Nowadays, they are commonly known as Cast Iron Plant because of their tough and resilient characteristics. This popular houseplant has evergreen leaves as its main features. Although it is in leaf all year, this ovate glossy-leaved plant occasionally bears flowers and fruits just beneath the soil line.

In early summer, specifically January to April, the Cast Iron plant produces small, fleshy, bell-shaped, cream-colored flowers with maroon interiors. Aspidistra elatior flowers are hermaphrodite (have both male and female organs) and are pollinated by Slugs, snails. These flowers are usually produced at the soil level.