Go to Google Images and enter Strobilanthes dyerianus
Common name is Persian Shield.
Not hardy in most of U.S. but probably a perennial in your area. Can easily
grow to 4 foot height. Responds well to pruning to increase branching. May
need some shade from afternoon sun in the South.

"Helen Lurie" wrote in message
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Hello,
I bought a plant recently that I really like, but I forgot what it is
called. The name is something like strobilenta, or similar. It is a
non-direct sun/bright indoor plant with green and purple pointed
leaves. Here is a picture of it:
http://tinyurl.com/yxlu2a

I want to find the name so that I can find the correct care instuctions
for this plant. I would greatly appreciate any help you can give.

Thanks,
Helen