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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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vine of some sort   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.

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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devil's ivy?   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