Lipstick Vine. Unusual cream throated red flowers with a brown ‘case’. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 90cm. Flowers June to September. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Aeschynanthus lobbianus
Unusual cream throated red flowers with a brown ‘case’
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Aeschynanthus |
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Species | lobbianus |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Lipstick Vine |
Flower Colour | red, cream |
Soil | Lime-free |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 20cm |
Family | Gesneriaceae |
Spread | 90cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Trailing/climbing |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Mist regularly, Water with tepid water, Water sparingly in winter, Water with rain water |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant, Hanging baskets |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | Cut back flowered shoots to encourage new growth |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | Aphids |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Feed |
Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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