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Melissa

I got this little beauty from a friend’s plant so I could try to propogate it. She didn’t know what kind it was but I love the purples in the leaves. Any thoughts on what it is? I’m thinking maybe boat Lily?

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  1. Brianna Miller

    Cryptanthus bivittatus

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    • Melissa

      I don’t think the edges of the mother plant leaves look like the Cryptanthus bivttatus.

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  2. Danika

    Could be The oyster plant (Tradescantia spathacea)

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  3. MummaDeb

    It’s a boat Lily. I have one. They propagate well in water. Mine had roots in 2 days.

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    • Melissa

      Thanks. I was thinking that but it was hard to tell, even looking at the mother plant. I thought so but wanted to get other opinions.

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    • MummaDeb

      Been battling with her since I rescued her, but those leaves are so pretty I just couldn’t give up.

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    • Melissa

      Omg yes. That’s what the mother looks like. Thank you.

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    • Nesa

      how do you get it to be more purple mine fades, is it the light i only have a south and west window

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  4. 9s

    Boat lily. I have one as well ☺️ cut her back every year

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    • Melissa

      Thank you. It’s a gorgeous plant and I look forward to seeing her grow.

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  5. MamaJuju

    OH COOL!

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    • Melissa

      Thanks. I think it’s so lovely. Can’t wait to see it grow.

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