is this a peach tree seedling?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by PalmBoy, Jan 4, 2006.

  1. PalmBoy

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    i found this seedling growing in one of my houseplant pots. It has a two inch stem ad two fat, round leaves. About a year ago i planted a peach pit in the pot. Could this be it?
    this ones a tuffy, i hope you guys can help!
     
  2. Ron B

    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Those probably aren't the leaves but rather cotyledons (seed leaves). If a peach characteristic slender, sawtoothed leaves will appear next.
     
  3. PalmBoy

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    ok thanks ill check it when it gets a little bigger
    -alex
     
  4. Michael F

    Michael F Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    Peach germination is hypogeal (the cotyledons stay inside the stone shell and don't turn green) - so, this isn't a peach. Sorry!
     

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