The Strobilanthes ‘Persian Shield’ is a remarkable tropical plant known for its iridescent purple foliage with silvery and purplish metallic hues.
The large, lance-shaped leaves display shifting shades of violet, purple, and silver, which become particularly luminous in light. The underside of the foliage is generally dark purple.
Its habit is upright and slightly spreading, making it an excellent feature plant in beds, containers, and planters in partial shade.
Generally unappealing to deer
Botanical name: Strobilanthes dyerianus ‘Persian Shield’
Type: Tropical foliage plant (grown as an annual in Quebec)
Flowering: Rare in summer cultivation
Foliage: Metallic purple with silvery reflections
Height: 45 to 60 cm
Width: 40 to 50 cm
Exposure: Light sun to partial shade
Watering: Regular, rich, well-drained soil
Usage: Flower beds, pots, window boxes