Strobilanthes gossypinus
Botanical Name: Strobilanthes gossypinus
Common Names: Persian Shield, Pewter Bush,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Shrubs Dense, Rounded
Description:
This stunning shrub grows to 1.2m x 1.2m. New growth is dark green covered with eye catching golden hairs and felted undersides. As the leaves mature, the gold hair turns a silvery grey colour. Ideal for adding colour, contrast and drama to any garden.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
1-2m 1-2m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun, Semi Shade Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Costal Garden, Courtyard, Feature, Foliage Feature / Colour, Formal Garden, Low Water Garden, Mass Planting, Rockery, Tropical Garden
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Plant Care
TBA
Family Name: Origin:
Acanthaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Grey, Silver
Flower Colour: Purple
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: TBA
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: Tender
Wind: High
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