Also known as Persian Shield
Strobilanthes auriculata is a striking evergreen perennial with attractive foliage and delicate, trumpet-shaped flowers, ideal for adding texture and color to shaded gard
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial Shade
50% intensity
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Avoid direct sun which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allow top layer to dry slightly.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Average room temperatures between 18-24°C are suitable. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during winter months when growth slows.
Avoid letting the plant sit in standing water, which can lead to root rot.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Pinch back the tips of young stems to promote branching. Remove any leggy or overgrown stems, as well as dead or damaged foliage.
Pruning can be done anytime, but is most effective in spring.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Cuttings should be 7-10 cm long and placed in moist potting mix. Rooting typically occurs within 3-4 weeks.
You can also divide mature plants during repotting for new specimens.
Repot every 1-2 years in spring, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Gently loosen the roots before placing the plant in its new container with fresh soil.
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Where Strobilanthes Auriculata (Strobilanthes auriculata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Genus | Strobilanthes |
| Species | Strobilanthes auriculata |
Similar in genus Strobilanthes
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