About John Raby Expertise I can answer many plant identification question base on a few simple questions and good photos. Over the years I have collected a large amount of plant references books. This has been my hobby since childhood.
Experience You could call me a professional greenhouse grower. I have worked in this area for over 30 years. My jobs have been in Texas, Florida, and Michigan. I have studied native plants in these area also. Some would call me a plants man . I have a good working knowledge of plant materials. My current career has me managing 24 acres of greenhouse.
Education/Credentials I hold diplomas from three school in Texas and Michigan. My work demands regular CEU credits in Greenhouse Pesticide Applications.
QUESTION: a friend of mine had a brother die recently and he gave me the houseplants his brother inherited over the years. they were not taken care of real well and i have only given them a "haircut" so far. I would like to know what they are so i can repot them correctly and keep them from dying on me. can i send you pictures and learn what they are?
ANSWER: Steve, I will be glad to look at your pictures and try to help.--- Thanks John
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QUESTION: here are some pictures. the first appears to be something close to a "devil's ivy". the second looks to be an african violet, but it drops clusters of leaves over the side on fine vines that look like red thread. IMAGE: vine of some sort
ANSWER: Steve, this a Rex Begonia. There are many types and colors.It should bloom and put on pups every year. Thanks John
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QUESTION: and this is?
Answer Steve, The tall vine is a Hoya Vine or Wax Vine. They should be kept on the dry side for indoors in the winter. They like lots of light and blooms in early Summer. The small white pot is a Zygocactus some people call them Christmas Cactus. Again these like to be kept dry during winter. They also need good light. Thanks John
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