Can you tell me what this is?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Flanderson, Sep 24, 2006.

  1. Flanderson

    Flanderson Member

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    I bought this plant and the label just said "tropical plant". Since I planted it in a large pot, it has grown about 2 feet and blooms constantly. I would like to know what it is so I can find out how to care for it.

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  2. tipularia

    tipularia Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Probably a Ruellia sp.
    Family: Acanthaceae
     
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    Newt Well-Known Member 10 Years

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  4. Flanderson

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    Thanks for the information. That's exactly what it is!
     
  5. Nandan Kalbag

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    It is Ruellia tuberosa
     

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