Identification: Please help me identify this plant

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by capermandy, Apr 18, 2008.

  1. capermandy

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    Hi! I was given this plant and I have absolutely no idea what it is or how to care for it. Could someone please help me identify it? Thanks!
     

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  2. lorax

    lorax Rising Contributor 10 Years

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    Cordyline?

    Actually, on closer inspection it looks like a Heliconia.

    However, as usual, I may be wrong.
     
  3. Cereusly Steve

    Cereusly Steve Active Member

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    More likely a "Bird of Paradise" (Strelitzia reginae) that has seen better days. :-(

    There are several websites with info on how to grow it.
     
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    It has definitly seen better days, I am really hoping to bring it back to life so any tips that anyone might have would be much appreciated!
     
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    I agree with Steve BOP. And I think it needs more light. Mine are in full sun
     

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