Strobilanthes dyerianus typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
Persian shield
Strobilanthes dyerianus
Persian shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) is an evergreen perennial native to Burma and India. It has stunning oval-shaped leaves in shades of green, purple and silver, and grows up to 3-4 ft tall. During the winter months of cooler climates, this plant will die back to the ground but can be cut back to help promote growth in the spring. It loves full sunlight, high humidity and regular monthly feedings of fertilizers. Flowers are not the main attraction with the Persian shield and bloom in small, purple clusters in the summer and autumn months. This beautiful plant is perfect for adding color and texture to an indoor or outdoor garden.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Greenwood Cuttings
Hardiness Zone:
10 - 11
Flowers:
Violet Flowers In Winter
Sun:
filtered shade,full sun only if soil kept moist,part sun/part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
silver,blue,green,purple Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green,yellow,purple
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Tropical:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
When caring for a Persian shield, water your plant when the top inch of the soil is dry, about every 3-5 days. It is best to water your plant early in the morning or late in the evening in order to avoid evaporation. The frequency and amount of water you give your plant will depend on the regional climate conditions and the size of the pot that your plant is living in. Also, mix a few inches of organic material such as peat moss or compost into the soil for optimal drainage. When you water, the soil should become evenly moist but not soggy.
sunlight
Persian Shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) prefers full or partial sunlight for optimal growth. For best growth and colouring of the leaves, the ideal amount of sunlight this plant requires is 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily. During spring and summer, it's best to give your Persian Shield at least 5 hours of sunlight, and in the winter months, 4 hours is sufficient. When growing Persian Shield indoors, place the container in a bright spot, but not close to a window, as the leaves may scorch when exposed to too much light.
pruning
Persian shield typically does not need to be pruned. However, if you feel the need, wait until the plant has finished flowering and trim back any damaged or dead stems. After the plant has been in bloom, you may remove about 1-third of the stems to make the plant bushier. Prune carefully and avoid removing the growth nodes, as this will damage the plant and reduce the flowering of the Persian shield. Pruning should generally be done in the late spring, early summer months when the new growth of the season begins to emerge.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Strobilanthes dyerianus is typically harvested in the months of August and September.
Starts Flowering
Strobilanthes dyerianus typically starts flowering in late summer, usually in August or September.
Harvest Fruit
Strobilanthes dyerianus is typically harvested in the months of August and September.
