Strobilanthes urticifolia
Also Known As
- Strobilanthes attenuata
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 24"-30"
- W: 42"
planting zones
- 9a-11
Strobilanthes urticifolia plant details
Strobilanthes urticifolia is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Strobilanthes urticifolia
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 42 IN wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Strobilanthes urticifolia
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
With Salvia-like blue-violet flowers gracing a soft looking bushy mound, Strobilanthes attenuata is found in northern India and is sadly rare in cultivation. Vividly colored, curved tubular blooms populate dense spikes for months, while opposite, fuzzy gray-green leaves line well branched stems. Mounding and widespreading, this attractive, easy-to-care-for perennial imparts cool, composed hues, just right for juxtaposing against the warm yellows of Rudbeckia paniculata.
Gardening facts about Strobilanthes urticifolia plant
How to Grow Strobilanthes urticifolia
Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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