Strobilanthes Persian Shield
Sometimes called Bermuda conehead, this striking tropical species thrives on heat and humidity, yielding its most brilliant color in partially shaded locations. Its foliage positively shimmers in neon shades of purple, veined with green. With too much light, the colors are less impressive. The leaves of S. dyerianus are approximately six inches long, and stems may reach three feet. In cooler regions, where it grows as a summer annual, Persian shield usually succumbs to frost before blooming.  A definite attention grabber these are grown both for the garden and as house plants.