Please ID 'Purple Rain'

19 years ago

This is the common ID that the plant supply person used.

It is a water hog, and I've only kept it alive in a self water pot filling the well every second or third day. The flowers are white and come out of stacked bracts. The color of the leaves here is not under my care. They have changed to all burgundy, and maroon, no green mottling to be found anywhere. Flowers unscented. Growth unremarkable. Color and thirst most notable.

I'll try to get a better pix tomorrow as to how it looks now.

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Comments (8)

Mentha
19 years ago
I can't see the pic, Cena.
nanw_4wi
19 years ago
HI Cena!
The 'stacked bracts' made me think of Justicia, but I'm not finding one with maroon/burgundy/purple-ish foliage.

What color are the bracts?
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Cena
Original Author
19 years ago
The bracts are the same color as the leaves, deep maroon.

Not until someone shouts "Oi" at one, does one know that one's photo has done a bunk...

Back to rework the problem. Seems folks have gotten a case of Knicker Twist at work about Internet (ab)USE. (Now, don't fall on the floor, laughing parts off... but I've been working for a HOME OWNERS Association for the last four months. Ba Dum Pa Dum WHAP!)

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Found out my Gran is not doing well, and I'm off to CO for a few days. Taking pix will be the LAST of my current worries. Just got leave approved Monday, leaving Bright AND Early Saturday. 985 miles. By myself.

So, this lonely pic will have to do. Thanks for everyones efforts on my behalf. I very much appreciate it.
nanw_4wi
19 years ago
Gosh, I'm tired of always having to log into this site after all these years...even when I do check the box!!!

I think that's Hemigraphis 'Exotica'...aka 'Purple Waffle Plant'.
You're right...yours isn't looking very 'purple'.

I can't believe my eyes....Cena working for a HOA!!???!!!

Wishing you and your mom well....have a safe trip, Cena.
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Mentha
19 years ago
Purple waffle! that's what I was thinking, the other that came to mind was chicken gizzard plant in-something-or-some-such-genus
birdsnblooms
19 years ago
Looks like a Waffle plant to me too..they prefer bright but not direct summer sun..and dote on humidity. I think pinching every few months keep compact..
Though it may not look really purple, it has a lovely silvery appearance..

Cena, hope your gram's going to be okay..Be careful driving all those miles, solo..When you feel tired, find a hotel/motel and get some rest..hugs, Toni
greenelbows1
19 years ago
And let us know when you get there safely, or when you get back if you can't post there. And good wishes for your gran.

I didn't quite fall on the floor, but I remember well the first time I posted to one of your posts was because of the problems you were having with your HOA. How times change, hmm? I assume you bring a different perspective to the job!
User
19 years ago
Hi Cena!

Sorry know nothing abt that plant; just wanted to echo Toni's wish/suggestion re: your travelling all that way alone. Pls. be extra well stocked w/ meds etc., instant sugar fixes. Maybe consider calling & checking in w/ yr. family every few hrs? Just wishing you health & safety on the trip (& good sightsteeing too). & goodluck w/ yr. Gran's situation too!

Be well,

Karen