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Aeschynanthus 'Rigel'

Also Known As

  • Basket Vine
  • Basketvine
  • Lipstick Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-12"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 11-12

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Aeschynanthus 'Rigel' plant details

Aeschynanthus 'Rigel' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. 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 'Rigel'

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeschynanthus 'Rigel'

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 cross of hildebrandii and speciosus, an everblooming variety with trailing spreading habit and neon red blooms.

Gardening facts about Aeschynanthus 'Rigel' plant

How to Grow Aeschynanthus 'Rigel'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly 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

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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