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what plant is this? #365567

Asked September 25, 2016, 9:39 AM EDT

What plant is this? It's in Thailand and it has long red leaves. When the leaves die they turn yellow

County Outside United States

Expert Response

Thanks for your houseplant ID question!  Since I can't see the stem(s), it's hard for me to identify definitively.  It has the leaves of a variegated dracena, although I've not been able to find any subspecies with the frilly leaves that yours has.  But here's a link to a care guide for the dracena family.

Hope this is helpful.  Good luck!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied September 26, 2016, 2:31 PM EDT
I just found a picture of this plant!  It's an Earth Star, Crypanthus, a member of the bromiliad family!  Here's a link to its care.

Thanks for the question!
An Ask Extension Expert Replied September 26, 2016, 3:10 PM EDT

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