Aeschynanthus sp. (Assorted Lipstick Plant) is a trailing tropical houseplant admired for its glossy green foliage and vibrant tubular blooms that emerge from dark buds like a fresh tube of lipstick. With its cascading habit and bold red, orange, or coral flowers (variety dependent), it’s an easy way to add colour and movement to shelves, hanging baskets, or plant stands.

Family: Gesneriaceae
Genus: Aeschynanthus
Scientific Designation: Aeschynanthus sp.
Edible Fruit Bearing or Ornamental?: Ornamental
Soil Type: Light, well-draining indoor potting mix with added perlite or orchid bark
Preferred Soil pH: 6.0 to 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun which may scorch foliage
Watering Requirements: Allow the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry between watering; avoid prolonged dryness or soggy soil
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 10 to 12 (grown as an indoor plant in Manitoba)
Height: 6 to 12 in (upright growth)
Spread: Trails 12 to 24+ in over time
Soil Drainage Requirements: Requires excellent drainage; sensitive to root rot in compacted soil
Fertilizer Recommendation: Feed monthly during spring and summer with a balanced, water-soluble houseplant fertilizer
Manitoba Specific Climate Notes: Best kept indoors year-round in Manitoba. Appreciates stable indoor temperatures and moderate humidity; protect from cold drafts and dry furnace air in winter.

Plant and pot may not be exactly as shown. Assorted varieties may vary in flower colour and foliage form.