What Is This Plant With Bottle Brush Looking Blooms?
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
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September 18th, 2008 at 4:18 pm
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.