ID Purple foliage plant

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by micar1321, Aug 17, 2006.

  1. micar1321

    micar1321 Active Member 10 Years

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    Can anyone tell me what kind of plant this is?
     

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  2. toutlan

    toutlan Active Member

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    not sure of the scientific name, but it is a persian shield. quite a lovely plant. i have three in my garden.they have a tendencey to get leggy, so pruning will keep it very bushy and beautiful
     
  3. Junglekeeper

    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    Persian Shield is Strobilanthes dyeriana.
     

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