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Cast Iron Plant 3 – 3½ feet tall Large Nursery Pot
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Easy Care
Beginners. The Cast Iron Plant is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Pet Safe
Safe plant for pets.
45-day Guarantee
Living plants need time to adapt to changing conditions. If your plant doesn't settle in comfortably within the first 45 days, we'll replace it.
Made to Order
Each and every order is hand-selected, inspected for health, treated for insects, pruned, cleaned and staged in your choice of planter.
Arrives Protected
Custom-designed packaging secures your plant and planter to prevent shifting, soil displacement, and damage during transit.
Califiornia Sourced
Your orders are prepared in our workshops in Los Angeles, CA.
All our plants are grown in California under ideal conditions and responsibly.
We prioritize for our pots and accessories handmade craftsmanship.
Plant Details & Size
A resilient beauty, with shiny dark green leaves, the Cast Iron Plant is the perfect statement plant for rooms with no natural light. It is a slow grower, can withstand dry spells, and is known to be a virtually everlasting houseplant.
- Overall size from bottom of pot to the top leaf: 3 – 3½ feet tall
- Nursery pot ⌀: 10 in
- Live, fully grown, healthy plant · Grown in the USA
- Native to Japan
- Botanical name: Aspidistra elatior
*Please note that our plants are live and naturally grown (not artificial), so each one is unique, and shape or appearance may vary. While we aim to deliver plants within ±10% of the listed height, this cannot be fully guaranteed. If you have specific preferences or questions about plant height, please reach out, we're happy to assist.
Is This the Right Plant for You?
Also known as the bar room plant, the Cast Iron Plant has been a popular houseplant since the Victorian era of the 1800s due to its ability to flourish in dark and drafty rooms. It is native to Japan, China and the Himalayas, and grows in marsh-like environments.
Difficulty: Beginners
The Cast Iron Plant is a resilient plant, perfect for beginners
Pets
Safe plant for pets.
Light
A shady spot away from bright light · View Light Guide
Care Essentials
Light
A shady spot away from bright light · View Light Guide
Water
2 cups only when soil is completely dry
Care Guide
Find more information in the complete care guide for the Cast Iron Plant.
Nursery Pots and Sleeves
Style it your way. Perfect for those who want to personalize their greenery, our unpotted plants allow you to pair lush, vibrant foliage with planters of your choice.
Each plant arrives in a practical grow pot or felt sleeve that ensures proper drainage and healthy growth. With this collection, you have the freedom to create a look that's uniquely yours with quality greenery Léon & George is known for.
Each plant arrives in a practical grow pot or felt sleeve that ensures proper drainage and healthy growth. With this collection, you have the freedom to create a look that's uniquely yours with quality greenery Léon & George is known for.
What's included
When you purchase a plant from Léon & George, each order is prepared with the utmost care and service:
- Sourced from top California growers
- Hand-selected for health, shape and beauty
- Cleaned and shined with our own all-natural soaps
- Trimmed and pruned for blemishes
- Inspected and treated with systemic bug protection
- Soil is topped with preserved forest moss for a refined finished touch
- Carefully wrapped, packed and sealed for their journey to you
Our Premium Plants vs. Others
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| Plant Doctor Access Personalized support from experts |
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Thriving!
I bought this plant in November 2022, and as of June 2023, it's still thriving! I had one issue with brown tips of the leaves, did a little research, and realized I was underwatering it. Now I use a moisture meter to check the soil 2 inches below the surface. When it's dry, I give it 4 cups of water. That seems to have solved the issue for me. New stems and leaves are coming up, and the plant looks very happy! I like it so much I'm about to order a second one!
Verified Buyer
June 27, 2023
Portland, OR
Love them! They're the healthiest plants to arrive on my doorstep.
I'm so appreciative of the care and thoughtfulness behind your plant selection and shipping process--as well as your weekly care reminders! My plants looked amazing when they arrived and have continued to thrive. Guests to our home are shocked when they realize they are real plants!
Verified Buyer
January 23, 2023
Orlando, FL
Featured Questions
Why is "aeration" so critical specifically for Cast Iron Plants?
Unlike many houseplants with stringy roots, the Cast Iron Plant grows from thick, fleshy rhizomes (underground stems). These rhizomes act like storage tanks. If they are buried in dense, wet soil without the air pockets provided by lava rocks, they effectively "suffocate" and turn to mush. Lava rocks provide the structural "breathing room" these heavy rhizomes need to expand.
How big does Cast Iron grow?
Cast Iron typically reaches a moderate size when grown indoors, usually between 2 to 4 feet tall. However, size can vary depending on the amount of light, the size of the pot, and the plant's overall care. In ideal conditions, some may grow taller or wider. Regular pruning and repotting can help manage size and encourage healthy growth.
How often should I water my Cast Iron Plant?
Cast Iron plants should be watered when the top inch of the soil feels dry to the touch. This usually means watering every 1–2 weeks depending on the environment. Overwatering can lead to root rot, while underwatering may cause leaf drop or browning. It's best to use your finger to check soil moisture and adjust frequency based on the season and humidity.
What kind of light does Cast Iron plant need?
Cast Iron plants are incredibly tolerant of low light. That said, your Cast Iron Plant will grow best with medium to bright indirect light. Avoid too much light as this will cause leaves to brown or fade.
