Persian Shield
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Strobilanthes dyeriana, the Persian shield or royal purple plant, is a species of flowering plant in the acanthus family Acanthaceae, native to Myanmar.
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Item name |
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Strobilanthes dyeriana, Peacock Plant, Persian Shield – Plant |
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6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
The dark green foliage with bright, metallic-purple stripes radiating outward from the central leaf vein. The flowers tend to be small and are out shown by the leaves.
Plant Specifications
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by -10%
| Common Name |
Peacock Plant, Persian Shield |
| Maximum Reachable Height |
Up to 36 inches |
| Flower Colour |
Pale purple flowers |
| Bloom Time |
Fall / Winter |
| Difficulty Level |
Easy to grow |
Planting And Care
- Grow in the humid climate in the rich well-drained soil.
- Give some shade during the hottest parts of the summer.
- Do not prune the leaves back immediately after flowering.
- It will need minimum feeding at the start of the season and again about mid-way through the summer.
- Avoid chlorinated water, it will damage the leaves.
- Aphids and Whiteflies can become pests, look for the attack and act soon.
Strobilanthes Dyeriana Care
Growing Persian shield requires warm temperatures and sultry humid air. Persian Shield grows best outdoors, although it can survive in other zones as a houseplant given sufficient temperature, soil moisture, and humidity. You can start Persian Shield from seed or cuttings.
| Sunlight |
Full sun to partial shade |
| Watering |
Medium |
| Soil |
Well-drained, Loam Soil |
| Temperature |
18 to 30 degrees C |
| Fertilizer |
Use any organic fertilizer |
Strobilanthes Dyeriana Special Feature
Persian shield is a phenomenal foliar specimen.
Strobilanthes Dyeriana Uses
Ornamental Use:
- It can be grown as an annual bedding plant or in containers
- It can be used as a houseplant
It contains
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Item name |
| 1 |
Strobilanthes dyeriana, Peacock Plant, Persian Shield – Plant |
| 2 |
6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
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