I just received this plant from a very nice person. He didn't know the name of it and neither do I. Can someone help me identify this plant? ( photo / image / picture from hummerbum's Garden ) ( photo / image / picture from hummerbum's Garden ) moderator's note: corrected Chatspeak see point 3.2 of usage rules
It does remind me of a Begonia...maybe Begonia coccinea (Angel Wing Begonia) but not doing very well for some reason?
good morning, yes definitely angel wing begonia... Flower of an angel wing begonia ( photo / image / picture from chocolate's Garden ) Will grow up to 6ft.Mine do very well on the edges of the shadehouse and has flowers all year. Spots show better in the sun. Inside and in complete shade the leaves will be darker.Very easy to propergate too, just a piece in the springtime will grow readily. Lovely bronze coloured foliage ( photo / image / picture from chocolate's Garden )
I also say Angel Wing Begonia. One of Hubby's favorite plants. Which reminds me... we haven't had one in at least 10 years. I need to make note to get another one.
Looks like everyone was right...thanks for the pics chocolate: ok..now i can see the Begonia in it!!! it's looking better this morning...looks like it's getting ready to flower. Your's is beautiful!! Chocolate: the next question would be..how do i propogate it so that i can share with Cheryl. :-D
All you have to do is break off a branch, stick it in water and it will root in no time! Mine does best in the house, away from direct light. If it gets too much direct light the leaves get kind of weak and tissue like :-?
