Does anyone know what plant this is?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by tlcollazo1230, Dec 21, 2009.

  1. tlcollazo1230

    tlcollazo1230 Member

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    I have had this plant for a little over 6 years. It used to have a few big leaves on it, with new small ones growing from the top. Within the last couple months all of the leaves have fallen off. I am wondering if anyone has any ideas about what type of plant this may be so I am able to look up how to specifically care for it. I don't know anything about taking care of it; it's always done really well for me. I moved it into a bigger pot about a year ago... perhaps that is why it's not doing so well.

    I'd really appreciate any advice. I've kind of grown attached to the plant since I've had it for so long, and really don't want it to die.

    Thanks!
     

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    leaf kotasek Active Member

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    it kinda reminds of some kind of maple, though i'm no expert. a lot of trees DO lose their leaves at this time of year. hmmm.
     
  3. tlcollazo1230

    tlcollazo1230 Member

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    I'm thinking it might be a Rubber Plant (Ficus elastica decora). When it had leaves, that is what it looked like...
     
  4. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Twig does resemble that of a Ficus, maybe F. carica.

    Potting soil looks quite dry in these shots.
     
  5. Steve H

    Steve H Active Member

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    I would go with Ficus carica too.
     
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    Liz Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    Looks a bit like my Fig as in the eating variety when it had just one stick. Can you describe leaves?

    Liz
     
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    Thats what my rubber plant is starting to look like! Thats why I'm here too....
     

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