Identification: New plant and not a clue what it is...

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by T44, Apr 19, 2008.

  1. T44

    T44 Member

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    One of my friends gave me this plant and she doesn't know what it is. Do any of you guys have any ideas?

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  2. lorax

    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Common name is Dolphin Plant - Columnea gloriosa.
     
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  3. Rhynno

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    Hmm I disagree actually (I could well be wrong though!). It looks more like a Aeschynanthus (also known as a lipstick plant) to me.


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    Marn Active Member 10 Years

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    Ya it looks like a variegated Lipstick plant .... never heard of a Dolphin plant ..

    nice plant ..

    Marion
     
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  5. Cereusly Steve

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    Aeschynanthus radicans
     
    Cereusly Steve, Apr 21, 2008
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