What does aspidistra mean?
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ˌæs pɪˈdɪs trəas·pidis·tra
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Princeton's WordNet
aspidistra, cast-iron plant, bar-room plant, Aspidistra elationoun
evergreen perennial with large handsome basal leaves; grown primarily as a foliage houseplant
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aspidistranoun
any of several Asian plants, of the genus Aspidistra, having large leaves and small bell-shaped flowers; widely cultivated as a houseplant
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Aspidistra
Aspidistra is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Nolinoideae, native to eastern and southeastern Asia, particularly China and Vietnam. They grow in shade under trees and shrubs. Their leaves arise more or less directly from ground level, where their flowers also appear. The number of species known has increased considerably from the 1980s onwards, with around 100 accepted as of July 2013. Aspidistra elatior is common worldwide as a foliage house plant that is very tolerant of neglect. It and other species can also be grown in shade outside, where they are generally hardy to −5 °C (23 °F).
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aspidistra
An aspidistra is a type of perennial flowering plant, native to eastern and southeastern Asia. It is often grown as an indoor or outdoor ornamental plant, especially popular for its ability to survive under various conditions including low-light and dryness. The plant features broad, dark-green leaves that grow directly from the ground and bell-shaped, purple or brown flowers. It is commonly known as the "cast-iron plant” due to its hardiness.
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Aspidistra
Aspidistra is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Nolinoideae, native to Asia, common worldwide as house plants.
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Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of aspidistra in Chaldean Numerology is: 1
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of aspidistra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8
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