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Can anyone tell me what type of plant this is, and how to not kill it?

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Gruntlings

Asked by Gruntlings at 12:44 PM on Apr. 24, 2009 in Home & Garden

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  • Well, I asked DH but it didn't recognize it. He says it is a variegated indoor tropical plant, though...

    What about Song of India?
    Anonymous

    Answer by Anonymous at 3:04 PM on Apr. 24, 2009

  • It's familiar, but I'm not entirely sure. I will ask DH when he gets up (he's a landscaper).
    It looks tropical, so I would say to keep it moist and in partial sun for the time being.
    Anonymous

    Answer by Anonymous at 12:49 PM on Apr. 24, 2009

  • Try googling "Variegated Crepe Ginger" and see if that's it. I have a feeling it will be a while before DH wakes up :P
    Anonymous

    Answer by Anonymous at 12:57 PM on Apr. 24, 2009

  • This has more pictures of the plant: http://tinyurl.com/mysteryplant (root ball, stem, bud at the top) maybe that will help identify it. Variegated Cape Ginger looks somewhat similar, but not an exact match. It also has some similarities to a "Lemon Lime" plant.. But not an exact match.
    Gruntlings

    Answer by Gruntlings at 1:26 PM on Apr. 24, 2009

  • Yes! It seems to be Song of India. Thank you SO much! I know how to take care of the poor thing now.
    Gruntlings

    Answer by Gruntlings at 3:29 PM on Apr. 24, 2009

  • Awesome! You're welcome :)
    Anonymous

    Answer by Anonymous at 3:56 PM on Apr. 24, 2009

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