Description
Strobilanthes barbata (also called Barbed Strobilanthes, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, up to 5 m tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 10 cm. It is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China, where it is found in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed habitats such as roadsides and abandoned fields.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Strobilanthes barbata has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Strobilanthes barbata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 9-11.