Lipstick Plant

🔥💄 Lipstick Plant / Aeschynanthus radicans 💄🔥

Also known as: Lipstick Vine, Basket Vine

A tropical showstopper, the Lipstick Plant is famous for its glossy green leaves and bright, tubular flowers that emerge from dark, lipstick-shaped buds — hence its playful name. Native to Southeast Asia, this trailing epiphyte looks stunning in hanging baskets, where its cascading vines show off both its foliage and bursts of red blooms.

💡 Care Tips:

☀️ Light – Thrives in bright, indirect light. Can tolerate medium light, but blooms best with strong filtered light. Avoid direct midday sun, which can scorch leaves.
💧 Water – Keep soil evenly moist during active growth and flowering, but let the top inch dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in winter. Needs well-draining soil.
🌡️ Humidity – Loves moderate to high humidity (50%+). Dry air may cause bud drop. Prefers temps of 65–80°F (18–27°C). Protect from cold drafts.
🌱 Growth – A trailing epiphyte that can grow several feet long. Blooms throughout the warm season when conditions are right.

📊 Difficulty: Intermediate (easy foliage care, but flowers require steady light and humidity).

🐾 Pet Safety: Non-toxic to cats and dogs. All pets are unique and reactions may vary in symptoms and severity.

🌟 Collector’s Tip:
For the best chance of flowers, provide bright filtered light, steady humidity, and regular feeding during the growing season. Pinching back stems after blooming encourages fuller, bushier growth.

Photos do not depict the exact plant you will receive; colors and size will vary. You will receive the healthiest and best-looking plant from your size selection.