There are a few different types of Cast Iron Plants with slightly varied appearances, so when choosing your plant, make sure you get the varietal you want. Aspidistra elatior is the most common variety, with solid, dark-green leaves. Aspidistra elatior “Okame” has green leaves with vertical white stripes, while Aspidistra elatior “Asahi” has white tips. The Aspidistra minor variety has green, white speckled leaves that resemble the Milky Way galaxy.