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  1. Persian-Shield
  2. (Strobilanthes dyeranus)
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  4. Persian-shield is grown as a foliage plant, although it can produce violet flowers on occasion.
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  6. Light
  7. Expose to medium (bright indirect) light.  Avoid full sun.  Tolerates low light.
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  9. Water
  10. Allow soil surface to dry out between thorough waterings.  Do not let roots dry out.
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  12. Temperature
  13. Maintain temperatures of 55 to 70 degrees.
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  15. Comments
  16. Feed lightly.  Take tip cuttings.
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