Aeschynanthus tengchungensis

Plant type

shrub, perennial, vine

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

9b-12

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Aeschynanthus tengchungensis plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aeschynanthus tengchungensis

Plant type: perennial shrub or vine
Plant family: gesneriaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeschynanthus tengchungensis

USDA Zones: 9b - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a pendulous perennial plant distantly related to African violets but with bright orange-red, long-tubular flowers. It is a member of the genus that gives us the “lipstick plant” - a common houseplant grown in hanging baskets. Requires well-drained soil, also good on an old log or stump. This epiphytic species is native to the Burma/Yunnan Frontier where it grows hanging from the trunks of trees alongside Agapetes spp. and orchids. This very distinctive species has long and linear but very thick and leathery leaves in pairs along the pendulous stems. I am growing it in a hanging basket and it looks great. Probably fine as a houseplant or in mild regions on an old log or stump where its pendulous branches can hang down.