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    • Photo of Aeschynanthus radicans flower by Karl Gercens III

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    Aeschynanthus radicans

    Also Known As

    • Aeschynanthus parviflorus
    • Basket Vine
    • Basketvine
    • Lipstick Plant

    Plant type

    vine

    size

    • H: 6"-12"
    • W: 24"-36"

    planting zones

    • 11-12

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    Aeschynanthus radicans plant details

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

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Aeschynanthus radicans

    Plant type: vine
    Plant family: gesneriaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Aeschynanthus radicans

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

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    One of best houseplants for the hanging basket, it takes lower light levels and dry conditions with ease. This free-flowering species has cascading, shiny green leaves with burgundy underneath. Rich red flowers emerge from black calyxes with waves of bloom appearing throughout the year.

    By: Logee's Plants for Home & Garden

    Aeschynanthus radicans is a hanging vine or epiphyte with small green leaves and bright red flowers that emerge from purple tube. The flowers look like a lipstick as they push out. Which is why it is commonly called the lipstick plant.

    By: Brian's Botanicals

    Gardening facts about Aeschynanthus radicans plant

    How to Grow Aeschynanthus radicans

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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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 pulcher

    aka Aeschynanthus radicans var. lobbianus, Lipstick Plant

    Plant Type

    Perennial, Vine

    Zones

    11-12

    Size

    Height: 6"-8"

    Width: 12"-36"

    • mostly sun - dappled shade
    • regular - occasional
    Photo of Aeschynanthus pulcher flower by Almost Eden
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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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