Aeschynanthus radicans (Lipstick Plant) - Image 9

Botanical names: Aeschynanthus radicans, Aeschynanthus lobbianus

Common name: Lipstick Plant

Family: Gesneriaceae

Origin: Southeast Asia

USDA Plant Hardiness MapGroundcover and low-growing 2ft plantVine or creeper plantSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowers
Aeschynanthus radicans (Lipstick Plant) dark purple and red flower in close up
Aeschynanthus radicans (Lipstick Plant) showing dark purple tubular flower ends with red centers.


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