Does anyone know what this plant is called and how to take care of it
Related Discussions
GNATS - How to get rid of them?
Somehow my house and garden got tiny gnats that killed my fuchsia plant and fly everywhere. I have tried ALL the Web recommendations - soap and oil dishes, sand in th... See more
Marigolds growing! Should I pinch the buds?
My marigold plants are growing. I heard that pinching the buds until Autumn will allow them to grow without killing the plant. Is this true?
Growing garlic
Growing our first garlic, should we wait until the leaves are drying out before we pick it? Husband picked first one today along with our first potatoes.
How to keep mice out of your garden?
Hi everyone, I have mice in my garden destroying my vegetables and I have also noticed them in the barn and shed. Please can someone tell me how to prevent them from ... See more
What's the best flower/plant to grow in Texas?
I know that opinions vary, but what's your opinion?!I have great luck w Rosemary plants. Green all year long.
Does anyone know what this plant is?
It was my grandfather's favorite flower. We have handed it down through generations. We call it the purple flower plant.
Does anyone know what kind of tree or bush this is?
Does anyone know what kind of tree or bush this is? It's growing in a planter, which makes me think I may have planted last fall.(This discussion is now closed)
Luanne, Good Evening ... It reminds me of a variegated peperomia (like my Aunt used to grow in her home). I can't say for certain though. I am sending you a link that describes the different types of peperomia plants:
http://www.costafarms.com/plants/peperomia
It's a variegated rubber tree house plant . They like bright indirect light , it looks like maybe it got too dry ? And in a pot that's a bit big for it
That is a varigated rubber tree plant. indirect light and make sure there are drainage holes and keep on the dryer side. The leaves retain the moisture.
Looks like a ficus or a red tip.
It looks like it's in the Coleus family, this may help.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/foliage/coleus/
4 - 6 hours of sunlight and 10-10-10 mixed at 1/4 tsp. per gallon
It's a croton. It's an indoor plant or patio plant. It likes the sun, but not direct sun because they can get sunburned.
Coleus is a shade plant.
The more indirect sunlight they get, the redder they can get and they are beautiful.
It might be an Ahoia plant. Not sure about the spelling. Nicole
that is a jelly peperonia.
It might be a Hoya Plant ... they originally came from Hawaii. It also is sometimes referred to as Wax Plant; it's very easy to look after and a slow grower. I kept mine in bright light, watering "well" once a week. (Watering "well" means: take the plant to the sink, water until it comes out the drainage holes then once the dripping stops, put the plant back in its outer/decorative pot.). Watering well promotes healthier root growth. When I moved, I gave my Hoya to a neighbor and much to her (and my) surprise, it bloomed!!! The blooms are large clusters of pretty pink flowers with a lovely scent. I wish you luck and hope - if this is a Hoya - that you get blooms too! When new leaves appear, they often have pink edges (or cream edges) then the leaves usually turn green.
You are very welcome, Luanne. After reading some of the kind readers who have responded, I can tell you that it is definitely NOT a Croton (they hail from Hawaii too, if I recall) nor is it a Coleus. Don't keep it too damp. I suggested watering once a week, Luanne, BUT I forgot to say to first feel the soil. If it's still dampish, leave it a few days then check again - you may find the plant only needs watering say, every ten days. It depends on what type of soil it's presently in, so just use common sense and feel the soil.
Re misting, I'm inclined to mist plants such as a fern, ivy or spider plant but plants, (such as your Hoya/Wax Plant) have thicker leaves and I find those are better off being just gently wiped down with a semi-wet paper towel to remove surface dust. I think I'd shy away from misting too much because you don't want to run the risk of rot or mildew forming on the soil. Hoya's don't mind getting "almost dry" before the next watering.
I just noticed you live in Florida. Just be careful to give it bright light but not direct sun in case it burns and/or fades out the pretty leaves. Good luck! If you have time, go on Google and type in Hoya (or Wax plant) and you will see the beautiful blossoms! 🙂
I'll keep myfingers crossed for you, Luanne! Good luck!