Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus radicans
Family
Gesneriaceae
Origin
Southeast Asia
Difficulty
Medium
Sunlight
Bright indirect light
Water
Weekly
Temperature
18-27°C
Soil
Well-draining mix
Flowering
Tubular red flowers year-round
Height
Trailing 30-60cm
The Lipstick Plant produces vivid red tubular flowers that emerge from dark calyces, resembling a tube of lipstick. The trailing vines make it perfect for hanging baskets.
🌱Care Guide
Water when top inch is dry. Provide bright indirect light and humidity. Prune after flowering. Fertilize during growing season.
🧬Evolution & History
Aeschynanthus evolved as an epiphyte in Southeast Asian forests. The tubular red flowers evolved specifically to attract sunbird pollinators.
💡Fun Facts
- #1Flowers look like lipstick tubes
- #2Epiphytic in the wild
- #3Attracts hummingbirds and sunbirds
- #4Great hanging basket plant
❓FAQ
Why isn't it flowering?▼
Needs bright indirect light and warm temperatures. Fertilize with a phosphorus-rich formula during the growing season.
How do I propagate?▼
Take 4-6 inch stem cuttings with at least 2 leaf nodes. Root in water or moist soil. Keep warm and humid.
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