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Old 24-03-2008, 11:38 PM posted to uk.rec.gardening
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Default Help with plant identification please.

On 24/3/08 22:27, in article ,
"Mary Fisher" wrote:


"Moonbeam" wrote in message
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Hi, I've got a houseplant that was left in my house from previous
owners. I have no idea what it is just wondered if anyone could help?
Thanks


Sorry about the quality, they were taken on my phone.

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I can't identify it but it doesn't look to be worth saving.


Chuck it!

Mary


Why? I disagree entirely.
I cannot think of the name but the word Crassula springs to mind - probably
wrongly, I'm just not sure. It could be worth trying this: fill a glass
with water and cover the top with clingfilm. Pierce a slit in the top and
cut a leaf from the plant. Poke it through the slit in the clingfilm and
wait and wait......and wait. It *might* produce some roots, in which case
you'll have a new plant. Don't water the one you've got very much - those
leaves look as if they're made to retain water and won't appreciate wet
conditions. You could also try chopping off one of the longer growths and
potting it up in some gritty potting compost, again leaving it well drained
and frost-free but on a sunny window sill.
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