Persian shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) live plant in polybag with metallic-iridescent purple and silver foliage

The Persian shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) is a tropical evergreen sub-shrub grown for its stunning, metallic-iridescent purple and silver foliage.Physical Characteristics• Foliage: Lance-shaped, 4 to 8 inches long, featuring a quilted look with deep purple, green, and lilac tones overlaid with a shimmering silvery sheen. The underside of each leaf is a solid dark maroon purple.• Size: Grows 3 to 4 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide in warm climates, though smaller when kept in containers or indoor settings.• Flowers: Produces rare, small, funnel-shaped pale blue or violet flowers usually in late fall or winter, though it is rarely grown for its blooms.Growing Requirements• Origin: Native to the rainforests of Myanmar (Burma).• Light: Thrives in bright, indirect sunlight indoors or partial shade outdoors. Direct harsh sun can fade or scorch the leaves.• Water & Soil: Prefers rich, evenly moist, well-draining soil. It dislikes dry soil as well as standing water.