As Tovah Martin notes in The Indestructible Houseplant, easy-to-grow aspidistras—aka cast iron plant—were so popular during the early 20th century that “they were a hackneyed symbol for all that was ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. We just love the cast iron plant (Aspidistra elatior), because it's such a tank that can truly be a lifelong plant that's hard to kill, with ...

Aspidistra elatior, or “Cast Iron Plant” is one of the toughest plants on planet Earth, and is beautifully suited for use either as a house plant or outside, gracing a Southern garden. Native to China ...

From spider plants to pothos, these nostalgic houseplants Grandma grew are still loved for a reason—they’re hardy, low-light, ...