Hi, it's hard to tell from the photo's, but looks as if it could be a species of Dracaena, there are about 40 species in the genus, a photo showing the whole plant may get you a more definitive id, Dracaena are native to the Canaries, and tropical africa, and needs a minimum temp of about 55f, Derek.

thank you Derek.....I will try and take a photo of the whole plant

Don't know what it is called, but I love the variegated foliage.

It is a Dracaena but there are so many varieties, it's difficult to tell which one is which these days.

As Derek says, they're pretty much a tropical houseplant and require bright light out of direct sun, decent humidity, 10 degrees + during winter and a monthly feed during summer.

Thank you Badfish......I will keep it on gravel and keep the gravel moist and feed once a month. Also keep it in bright light. It has lovely varigated floliage.