lipstick plant
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A spreading, trailing, tropical perennial with leathery green leaves. From spring to autumn it intermittently bears clusters of flared, tubular red flowers to 5cm long, which emerge from burgundy calyces. Makes a good houseplant for a bright spot
Scientific classification
- Species
- lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicans)
- Genus
- Aeschynanthus
- Family
- Gesneriaceae
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- Toxicity
- Conservatory Greenhouse · Houseplants
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Trailing
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 18 – 27 °C
- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of lipstick plant
Distribution map
Thailand to Malesia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of lipstick plant
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lipstick plant care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
- 18 – 27 °C
- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningTrim back weak or overly-long shoots as necessary
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow as a house or conservatory plant in a houseplant compost. Position the pot or hanging basket in bright, filtered light for best growth and flowering. Apply a balanced liquid feed monthly during the growing season. See houseplant cultivation for further information
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids and mealybugs
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