Plants in genus strobilanthes
Strobilanthes sinuata
Strobilanthes sinuata, also known as Green Dragon's Tongue, is a small perennial shrub native to Southeast Asia. It grows up to 10 inches tall and features bright green, rippled leaves with a purple underside. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and high humidity, making it suitable for terrariums. It is not fully aquatic but can grow emersed in high humidity environments. The plant produces small white blooms and has a moderate growth rate. It is known for its unique leaf texture and coloration.
Strobilanthes alternata
Strobilanthes alternata, also known as the purple waffle plant, is a non-aquatic species thriving in high humidity environments. Its leaves are green on top with a bright purple underside, featuring a ruffled and wrinkly texture. Originating from Southeast Asia, this plant grows 6-12 inches tall and prefers moderate to high light conditions. It is suitable for terrariums, vivariums, or as a bog plant, adding a splash of color with its unique foliage.
Strobilanthes auriculata var. dyeriana
Strobilanthes auriculata var. dyeriana, commonly known as Persian Shield, is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Myanmar. It is celebrated for its striking dark green foliage with metallic-purple stripes, making it a popular choice for adding color to gardens and enclosures. This plant can grow up to 3 feet tall and wide, and under the right conditions, it produces pale purple flowers. It thrives in warm, humid environments with good light and requires a minimum temperature of 50°F. Often treated as an annual due to its color fading, it has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.
Strobilanthes oligantha
Strobilanthes oligantha is a Japanese woodland native that forms an upright arching clump up to 18 inches wide. It produces small, purple, cup-like flowers from midsummer until frost and thrives in moist to average garden soil. This plant naturalizes in its immediate area, making it a charming addition to shaded gardens.