Find Your Ask the Expert: will you please identify this plant??
Plant was rescued from abandoned house. We cannot figure out what it is. Your help is appreciated. Gene
Acalypha hispaniolae
What Is This Plant With Bottle Brush Looking Blooms?
September 18, 2008 by 1 Comment
Gene,
The plant in questiion is a Acalypus hispida which I know as chenille plant. Some people call it Red-hot cat’s tail. In the United States we use it as a houseplant or a seasonal potted plant. It loves lots of light but not direct sun. Needs high humidity and moderate moisture level.