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comments (5) July 4th, 2009 in gallery

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Does anyone know what this is and how to care for it???

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annierooney writes: looks like a gesneriad to me. Posted: 6:12 pm on August 15th
EMURetiree writes: I have grown this plant (got it from Logees) for many years in Michigan. I plant it outdoors and then I take a cutting in early September and root it.
It makes a beautiful house plant in the winter time - very tropical looking.
Outside it needs lots of water (like all impatiens) and all shade, even in Michigan (zone 5b).
Posted: 4:17 pm on August 10th
JG2009 writes: I just "googled" the Congo Cockatoo and that is exactly what it looks like. Thank you! Posted: 5:36 pm on July 6th
JG2009 writes: I just "googled" the Congo Cockatoo and that is exactly what it looks like. Thank you! Posted: 5:36 pm on July 6th
cajunbarry writes: I believe that it is an impatiens, Impatiens niamniamensis could be the species. There are a few cultivars of this plant available in the trade including 'Congo Cockatoo' and others. This is a tender plant that should be kept from freezing temps. and would like sheltered, humid shade. Posted: 3:53 pm on July 6th
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