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’
Additional information
| Generic | Aeschynanthus |
|---|---|
| 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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