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Aeschynanthus 'Mandalay'

Also Known As

  • Basket Vine
  • Basketvine
  • Lipstick Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 11-12

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Aeschynanthus 'Mandalay' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aeschynanthus 'Mandalay'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green and purple
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeschynanthus 'Mandalay'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Aeschynanthus mandalay is a semi-upright plant with shiny green pointed leaves....terminal clusters of large burnt-orange flowers, resemble tubes of lipstick....leaves are somewhat purple mottled....likes bright indirect light, let dry between waterings...a real eyecatcher...We grow and offer in 4" pots.

Gardening facts about Aeschynanthus 'Mandalay' plant

How to Grow Aeschynanthus 'Mandalay'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Size

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