Shiso Perilla Live Herb Plant – 1 Rooted Starter, Green and Purple Leaves

Shiso (Perilla sp.), also known as beefsteak plant or Japanese perilla, is an aromatic herb valued for its distinctive foliage and culinary uses. This variety is described as having large green leaves with purple undersides. Its flavorful leaves can be used fresh or cooked in a variety of dishes.

You will receive 1 live, rooted starter plant. The seller describes shiso as a fast-growing annual suitable for outdoor herb gardens. It grows in loamy, well-draining soil and is listed for partial to full sun. The seller describes the plant as organic, but organic certification details were not provided, so certified-organic status cannot be confirmed.

Important Note:

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice:

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

If there is an issue with your order, contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide:

• Photos of the shipping box

• Photo of the shipping label

• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles

• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without required photos may not be eligible for review.

Claims submitted more than 48 hours after delivery will be considered accepted as received and may not be eligible for replacement or refund.

🔹 BULLET POINTS:

• Common name: Shiso, Perilla, Beefsteak Plant

• Scientific name: Perilla sp.; exact species and cultivar not provided

• Quantity: 1 live rooted starter plant

• Foliage color: Green leaves with purple undersides

• Plant type: Aromatic culinary herb

• Life cycle: Annual, according to the seller

• Growth rate: Fast

• Sunlight: Partial to full sun

• Soil: Loamy, well-draining soil; sand also listed

• Watering: Medium

• Climate: Subtropical and tropical, according to the seller

• Culinary use: Leaves can be eaten raw or cooked

• Organic status: Seller-listed; certification not provided

🧾 MATERIALS:

- 1 live rooted Shiso starter plant

📋 ATTRIBUTES:

• Common Name: Shiso / Perilla / Beefsteak Plant

• Scientific Name: Perilla sp.

• Plant Type: Culinary herb

• Life Cycle: Annual

• Flower/Fruit Color: Not specified by seller

• Sunlight: Partial to full sun

• Soil: Loam or sand; well-draining soil recommended

• Water: Medium

• USDA Zone: Not specified by seller

• Foliage Color: Green with purple undersides

• Growth Rate: Fast

• Plant Form: Rooted starter plant

• Quantity: 1

• Indoor/Outdoor: Outdoor

• Climate: Subtropical, tropical

• Soil pH: Neutral

• Country of Origin: United States

❓ FAQ:

1. Which USDA zones are suitable for Shiso?

The seller does not provide a USDA hardiness zone. Shiso is listed for subtropical and tropical climates, and local seasonal conditions should be considered.

2. How much sunlight does Shiso need?

The seller lists medium to full sun, and the description recommends partial to full sun.

3. How much water does Shiso require?

The seller lists medium watering. Well-draining soil is recommended.

4. What is the growth habit of Shiso?

Shiso is described as a fast-growing annual herb with green leaves and purple undersides.

5. Can Shiso be grown in a container?

Shiso can be grown in a suitable container with drainage and loamy potting medium, although this listing is designated for outdoor use.