Hi, Bryophyllum sp. ( one of its common names is Mother of Millions) ---maybe B. delagoense. Ref: http://www.daff.qld.gov.au/documents/Biosecurity_EnvironmentalPests/IPA-Mother-Millions-PP33.pdf Ted

I cannot see the detail of the flowers, but it reminds me of Russelia equisetiformis. Here is a link that might be useful: Russelia

Ricinus communis I believe. Here is a link that might be useful: 'Carmencita' Ricinus Flower

@gargwarb: That is exactly what they are. Thank you so much for helping me out. I have since been able to also identify winged aphids as well as whiteflies on this plant....I guess I got the insect motherload. I share a back porch with several other units here in the city of Chicago, and who knows if we are passing invaders to each others plants. Anyway, I read up on Spinosad, and the local nursery had that plus Espoma's Earth-tone. I went with the Earth-tone first, as I know their products are for Organic plants. Captain Jack (the brand name of the Spinosad product they had) was marked as using Spinosad as an organic solution, but didn't seem to list the other inactive ingredients, so I figured I would try Earthtone first, as it lists thrips, aphids, and whiteflies on its label. I only mention all this in case anyone else happens across this question and it provide any help. Again, thank you, and let's see what next hurdle this gardening adventure brings! -Adam