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Strobilanthes dyerianus

Family Acanthaceae
Plant Type broadleaf evergreen
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level
Height 0.2 - 1.2 m (0.5 - 4 ft)
Spread 30 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The broadleaf evergreen Strobilanthes dyerianus (Persian shield) is repeat-blooming and bears faded violet blooms during early autumn to late autumn. The showy glossy foliage is variegated, dark fuchsia and light grey in colour, bold in texture and evergreen. A specimen plant, Strobilanthes dyerianus (Persian shield) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Annual, bedding plant, border, container, edging, ground cover, house plant, specimen and tropical.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Strobilanthes dyerianus (Persian shield) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.