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    Aeschynanthus pulcher

    Also Known As

    • Aeschynanthus radicans var. lobbianus
    • Lipstick Plant

    Plant type

    perennial, vine

    size

    • H: 6"-8"
    • W: 12"-36"

    planting zones

    • 11-12

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    Aeschynanthus pulcher plant details

    Aeschynanthus pulcher is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Aeschynanthus pulcher

    Plant type: perennial vine
    Plant family: gesneriaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
    Uses: houseplant

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeschynanthus pulcher

    USDA Zones: 11 - 12
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: humidity
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Clusters of 2" scarlet tubular blooms open from buds resembling tubes of lipstick as they dangle from the tips of the trailing succulent stems. Dark green succulent foliage adorns the trailing stems. An unusual and beautiful choice for hanging baskets or trailing from mixed containers.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Aeschynanthus pulcher plant

    How to Grow Aeschynanthus pulcher

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall
      • winter

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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    Aeschynanthus radicans

    aka Aeschynanthus parviflorus, Basket Vine, Basketvine, Lipstick Plant

    Plant Type

    Vine

    Zones

    11-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 24"-36"

    • bright shade - mostly shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Aeschynanthus radicans flower by Karl Gercens III
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    Aeschynanthus garrettii

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 2'-3'

    Width: 3'

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Aeschynanthus garrettii flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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    Aeschynanthus fulgens

    aka Aeschynanthus evrardii, Lipstick Plant

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Vine

    Zones

    10b-12

    Size

    Height: 1'-3'

    Width: 1'-3'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Aeschynanthus fulgens flower by Karl Gercens III
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    Aeschynanthus longicaulis

    aka Aeschynanthus marmoratus, Basket Vine, Basketvine, Lipstick Plant, Tiger Stripe, Zebra Basket Vine

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    10b-12

    Size

    Height: 12"-24"

    Width: 12"-36"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • regular
    Photo of Aeschynanthus longicaulis flower by Scott Zona
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    Aeschynanthus micranthus

    aka Lipstick Vine

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Vine

    Zones

    10b-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-12"

    Width: 12"-24"

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Aeschynanthus micranthus flower, foliage, form by plantladylin
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