Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Who Can Identify this Plant?

I acquired this plant from the funeral and I don't know what it is.

I can't believe florists don't put an identification tag in the plants they send.  I think it may be some sort of interestingly-colored rubber tree as the leaves are heavy and rubbery. 

I am not good with indoor plants. This past summer I tossed two Christmas cactus plants that were a gift about 7 years ago. They never quite died, but they never really took off. They looked pretty sad in August, so I threw them out.   This plant fits quite nicely in this spot and I would like to find out what it is so I can try to give it proper care.  So if you know anything about how to care for it, please leave a comment.

6 comments:

  1. Looks like variegated rubber plant (Ficus elastica 'Doescheri') to me.

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  2. Variegated Rubber Plant or India Rubber Tree

    http://www.denverplants.com/foliage/html/firobvg.htm

    Merry Christmas to you and your
    Susan

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  3. Like you I don't know inside plants anymore. Call the florist and ask what they sent you, even though the above seem like good opinions.
    Cher Sunray Gardens
    Goldenray Yorkies

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  4. I think they are right....hope it grows well...

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  5. Those are roses in the frame. That's all I got to say about that!

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  6. Zoey, Your instincts are correct. It's a rubber plant. Enjoy!

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