In The Garden: What is it???

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Kimk, Apr 6, 2011.

  1. Kimk

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    I need help with identifying a plant. Not sure I can upload a pic here, but if I can I surely will. Thanks for all your help. It is about 5 inches tall as of right now. The stem has no other leaves on it and is red in color. It is also soft to the touch.
     

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    togata57 Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Could it be a gymnosperm, like maybe a pine seedling...?
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Peony.
     
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    I see that my knowledge of this genus is sadly limited!
     
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    My first thought was Adonis, but I went with peony because of the flower bud scales. Today I happened to see Adonis in bloom and bud at the University of Washington Medicinal Herb Garden, and have therefore returned to Adonis. I think you will find your plant belongs to this genus.
     
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