Identifying a Mystery Houseplant with Red Berries and Snake-like Stems

A reader describes an unusual indoor plant seen at a friend's office: thick, snake-like stems about an inch in diameter, small red berries, possible white flowers, and dark green foliage. The plant is reportedly over 40 years old, a family heirloom.

Expert Darlene admits the description doesn't match any common houseplant she knows. She suggests obtaining a clear digital photo to send for identification, and mentions the possibility of taking a cutting to propagate a new plant.

If you have a similar mystery plant, photograph it from multiple angles—including stems, leaves, flowers, and fruit—and consult a plant identification service or local extension office.