Persian Shield (Strobilanthes dyeriana) is a flowering plant from the Acantháceae family. Gardeners and plant enthusiasts appreciate this plant for its decorative leaves.
Strobilanthes dyeriana is an evergreen shrub. It reaches up to 3 feet (1m) in height. The plant has oval leaves with a long pointed tip, up to 12 inches (30 cm) long and 4 inches (10 cm) wide. Young leaves are silvery purple along the veins, dark green along the edge, and purple underneath. With age, the foliage loses its purple color. The Persian Shield plants flower in summer.
Native to: Myanmar(Burma) and Madagascar
With Pets: This plant is considered non-toxic. However if ingested in large quantites it may cause an upset stomach.
Lighting:This plant thrives in bright indirect light
Humidity:55-75%
This plant likes having wet feet meaning it doesn't like drying out.
Temperature: 70-80 degrees(F)
* This Plant is growers choice. Meaning you may not recieve the plant in the photo above instead we will choose the best one from our greenhouse.
2" Persian shield, Strobilanthes dyeriana
If you live where the weather will be cold and frosty upon arrival, we recommend contacting us in advance so we can add a heat pack to your shipment. If you choose not to add the heat pack and your plant arrives damaged from the weather, no refund will be given.
