Aeschynanthus 'Rasta'

Also Known As

Basket Vine
Basketvine
Lipstick Plant

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 12"-36"

planting zones

11-12

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Aeschynanthus 'Rasta' plant details

Aeschynanthus 'Rasta' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly 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 'Rasta'

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeschynanthus 'Rasta'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A wonderful subject for a hanging basket and a resilient grower inside the house, 'Rasta' takes low light and a dry atmosphere and still thrives. Twisted Lipstick Plant has densely curled leaves that gracefully cascade while the bright red flowers emerge from dark maroon calyxes. 'Rasta' tends to bloom most heavily in late summer and early fall.

By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

Long flowing stems, very dense, with curly cupped leaves. Beautiful tubular red flowers resemble tubes of lipstick. Bright indirect light. Min temp 50 degrees.