Identification: Miniature house plant sold in Netherlands

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by Lperal77, Nov 23, 2012.

  1. Lperal77

    Lperal77 Member

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    Hi-

    Looking to identify the plant attached in pictures. This plant I had in the Netherlands and was sold at supermarkets as an 'average' houseplant, with moderate exposure to light. Preferred daily watering. Plant shown on an oval vase with opening of ~3" wi x ~7" len x ~5" high.

    - small semi-rounded leaves ~2-5mm radius
    - has small red fruit that 'surfaces' on top of the foliage ~4-7mm diam
    - mounding observed, dense growth 'carpet' like
    - herbaceous stalks
    - sold in Netherlands as indoor only
     

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  2. saltcedar

    saltcedar Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Nertera granadensis?
     
  3. Christopher Howard

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    that's a very nice plant. good find!
     
  4. Lperal77

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    Thank you! that's it! coral bead plant - 'Nertera granadensis'
    Now I need to find a local supplier for this! Thanks again!
     

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