Identification: houseplant ID help, picture provided

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by akshunj, Feb 1, 2007.

  1. akshunj

    akshunj Member

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    I tried to be creative with the thread title, honest! :0)

    I received this plant as a gift and it only came with a tag that said "I am fortissimo". I have had zero luck finding any houseplants that are called fortissimo, only an outdoor plant.

    This is a very fussy plant and the leaves shift around alot! I have not had much luck getting this plant to grow so I figure I need some pointers on watering and lighting requirements.

    Thanks for any help you can provide.
     

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    Junglekeeper Esteemed Contributor 10 Years

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    Looks like Maranta leuconeura var. erythroneura, Herringbone Plant.
     
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    Thank you so much! After reading about the plant, I see why it hasn't been doing good. Thank you again!
     
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    Marn Active Member 10 Years

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    it is a red veined prayer plant .. and at night the leaves will close up like it is praying .. and it will also flower . lil white with purple flowers .. they are really pretty .. and they like humidity ..

    Marn
     

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