Identification: Gifted an unknown plant

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by parkhurstohana, Jun 2, 2005.

  1. parkhurstohana

    parkhurstohana Member

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    Hello! I was given this plant yesterday and I have no idea what it is. I've tried using several online identification guides but because I have almost no knowledge of the plant it has been impossible. If I can find out what it is then I will be able to learn how to care for it.

    It has reddish-pink stems, the leaves are large (about 3-4 inches wide and 5-7 inches long) and look like lopsided hearts. The front of the leaves are green and the back are reddish-pink like the stems. It has a few tiny, delicate looking pink flowers at the end of tall stems. It is potted and I believe it was kept indoors although I cannot be certain.

    Here are several pictures. I appreciate any help, thanks!
     

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  2. Eric La Fountaine

    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Hello parkhurstohana, that is a begonia. I don't know what type - there are so many.
     

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