Strobilanthes dyerianus
Native to Myanmar, it’s little pointed armor shield, with a flashy, purplish iridescence and a silvery metallic sheen.
Persian Shield
$7.00Price
Temperature: (Min 45°F) 60°F and above Day, 50°F Night
Light: Full Sun – Partial (Summrer)
Soil: Slightly acidic, Rich moist
Size and Growth: 3–4 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide
Water: Weekly (full sun) or bi-weekly indoor.
Fertilize: Nitrogen-rich fertilizer at the beginning of the growing season and again midway through the season. If potted, give fertilizer more frequently (once or twice a month).
Flowering and Fragrance: Purple- houseplant bloom during winter
Grooming: Trim back leggy growth to maintain a compact shape
Aphids and whiteflies when the plants are drought-stressed
