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Cast Iron Plant (Milky Way) 14cm
R250.00
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Galaxy-Speckled Survivor
Scientific Name: Aspidistra elatior ‘Milky Way’
Common Names / Known As: Milky Way Cast Iron Plant, Speckled Cast Iron Plant, Bar Room Plant
Overview: The Cast Iron Plant ‘Milky Way’ is a resilient houseplant with dark green, lance-shaped leaves dotted with white speckles like stars in the night sky, native to Japan and Taiwan. Its tough, forgiving nature makes it an excellent indoor plant for low-light conditions and neglect-prone environments.
Quirky Fact / Common Use: Nicknamed the “cast iron plant” for its near-indestructibility, it can survive in dim corners where other plants falter, and the ‘Milky Way’ variety’s starry spots add a cosmic twist to Victorian-era favorites once used in smoky bar rooms.
Ideal For:
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Apartments, offices, or homes with low light and minimal care routines.
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Beginner plant enthusiasts or as a hardy, low-maintenance gift.
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Sprucing up shaded corners or adding subtle texture to mixed plant displays.
Available: 14cm Pots
(Received plants may differ slightly from images displayed. Unless otherwise specified, all Plants come in black nursery pots)
Light: Low to moderate indirect light; tolerates deep shade but avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf fading.
Watering: Water when the top 2-5 cm of soil is dry, typically every 2-3 weeks, ensuring good drainage to avoid root rot.
Temperature: Thrives in 15-24°C; protect from cold drafts or temperatures below 10°C.
Pet Friendly? ✅ Non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Care: Wipe leaves occasionally to remove dust and maintain speckles; repot every 3-4 years as it grows slowly and prefers being root-bound.
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