Help determine a plant species

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by BECCIR, Sep 26, 2006.

  1. BECCIR

    BECCIR Member

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    I planted a new plant in my yard this summer and I love it! Unfortunately, the weather in my area is getting colder and the plant is slowly wilting. I know absolutely nothing about this plant and have been unable to determine it's species to learn about the proper care of it, if it will live through the winter, or even if it is an annual, perenial, etc.

    It is a very lush plant which grew very full about 10-20 inches high. The leaves are heart shaped and dark green at the edge but lighter green in the center with a very fuschia/ pink center. There are no flowers on this plant. I grew them outside in three large pots on my porch which has little to no sunlight. I live in New England and the weather was very hot and humid this summer. The nights are now dipping to the low 60's and the plant is not looking so good.

    Any help I could get concerning this plant would be greatly appreciated.
     
  2. tipularia

    tipularia Well-Known Member 10 Years

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    See if it looks like a Caladium sp.
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  3. BECCIR

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    It looks like a caladium red. Dang--that was a fast answer. thanks!
     
  4. Rima

    Rima Active Member

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    Definitely has to be indoors for winter.
     
  5. toutlan

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    yes caladium,and they will flower,a picture looking flower
     

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