Tom,

I don't know it but others using the link will.

Here is a link that might be useful: {{gwi:74108}}

It sort of looks like Philodendron �Pink Princess� (Philodendron erubescens)

I would wait for Toni she is really good with IDs. Do not take my word. Just a guess.

marquest,

The leaves are spread out on stem much more than the picture I found of the Philodendron, and the leaves are only about 5 inches long and i/3 of that is petiole. I appreciate you effort and can provide more info if I know what needs to known.

Tom

Leaves are arranged alternately on Philodendron, so I think we can eliminate that genus. But I agree, Toni needs to get her butt over here and ID this plant, lol.

Hey Rhizo,

I'm not Toni, but can I play? Boy that splash of hot pink is really something. First I thought Hibiscus, then something in me said varieg Clarodendron?

Nope! Thanks for trying. The stem is not woody and the plant spreads out without support, it's not tree like. Some of the stems grew to be three feet long on the plant we had on the patio last summer. We've not seen any sign of flowers or flower buds. The base of the stems become greenish rather than remaining red over time. Is there something I could take a more detailed picture of that would be more helpful?
Tom

Hi Tom,

I'd guess we'll keep trying, but have you checked out 'Name That Forum', also on GW, they may be able to help on this.

pirate_girl,

Thanks for the heads up on the 'Name That Forum'. I've now posted there as well. Sure hope someone can figure this out. Tom

Carol123 over on the 'Name That Forum' came up the ID.

It's Alternanthera Partytime or Joseph's Coat. Thanks everyone.

Tom

Tom, your plant is definately, Alternanthera ficoidea 'party time.' Other common names are Parrot Leaf and Calico Plant, in addition to Party Time and Josephs' Coat.

Party Time is the prettiest, most colorful of all Alternantheras.

They're sold here as annuals, z5, but can be kept as house plants with some work. In brighter sun, leaves will put on fabulous color show.

Did you root in soil or water?

Morning Marquest, Rhizo and Karen. Toni

What a dork am I? Sorry for the error, I meant to type: "Name That PLANT" forum of GW, not 'Name That Forum'. Duhh!

Anyway Tom,

Your welcome, I'm pleased they were able to solve your mystery, that's quite a looker that plant you've got. Happy Growing.

Toni,

Wouldn't that be Alternanthera ficoidea 'Party Time'? Cultivar names are usually capitalized, e.g. Agave schidigera 'Durango Delight'.

Hopefulauthor,

Yes, It's a very colorful plant. I dipped the cut end in rootone and stuck it in moist potting soil. I have about a dozen of them and they are doing well. We will put them outside when things warm up a little more (May) we are in Z5.

Jeff, yes it should be, but I'm tired, my visions blurry, and I don't care..lol..hehe

I don't care,
I don't care,
What people think of me.
I'm happy-go-lucky
Some say that I'm plucky,
contented and care-free
Judy Garland

Tom...I tried rooting one in water a couple years ago..one rooted one died..

However, my fault. Fresh water should have been added daily..ohhh, the water smelled awful...lol

Yeah, z5 isn't getting much sun..Hopefully, we have a nice, sunny spring and summer. Winter has been too mild, and only a couple snowfalls.