Product description
Bring a splash of tropical charm into your home with the Aeschynanthus Japhrolepis, also known as the Lipstick Plant. This striking indoor plant is admired for its glossy, rich green leaves that grow along elegant trailing stems, offering year-round interest. In summer, it truly shines with eye-catching pinkish-red or bright red flowers that burst from deep maroon buds, resembling a tube of lipstick earning it its charming nickname. Whether you hang it in a planter or let it cascade from a shelf, this plant adds a lush, vibrant feel to any interior space.
Native to the humid rainforests of Southeast Asia, the Lipstick Plant grows as an epiphyte, naturally thriving on tree branches. It prefers bright, indirect light and flourishes in warm, humid environments, making it an excellent choice for kitchens or bathrooms. The compact size of this plant perfect for smaller spaces while still providing dramatic greenery and seasonal blooms.
Easy to care for, the Aeschynanthus Japhrolepis is perfect for beginners and seasoned plant lovers. Keep the soil evenly moist using tepid kettle or rainwater from spring to autumn, and mist the leaves regularly to maintain the humidity it loves. Reduce watering in winter and avoid draughts to help the plant rest. A balanced houseplant fertiliser during the growing season will ensure vibrant growth and blooming. With the right care, the Lipstick Plant will continue to thrive and enchant, offering long-lasting tropical charm to your home or office.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus Japhrolepis
Aeschynanthus Japhrolepis
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Product description
Bring a splash of tropical charm into your home with the Aeschynanthus Japhrolepis, also known as the Lipstick Plant. This striking indoor plant is admired for its glossy, rich green leaves that grow along elegant trailing stems, offering year-round interest. In summer, it truly shines with eye-catching pinkish-red or bright red flowers that burst from deep maroon buds, resembling a tube of lipstick earning it its charming nickname. Whether you hang it in a planter or let it cascade from a shelf, this plant adds a lush, vibrant feel to any interior space.
Native to the humid rainforests of Southeast Asia, the Lipstick Plant grows as an epiphyte, naturally thriving on tree branches. It prefers bright, indirect light and flourishes in warm, humid environments, making it an excellent choice for kitchens or bathrooms. The compact size of this plant perfect for smaller spaces while still providing dramatic greenery and seasonal blooms.
Easy to care for, the Aeschynanthus Japhrolepis is perfect for beginners and seasoned plant lovers. Keep the soil evenly moist using tepid kettle or rainwater from spring to autumn, and mist the leaves regularly to maintain the humidity it loves. Reduce watering in winter and avoid draughts to help the plant rest. A balanced houseplant fertiliser during the growing season will ensure vibrant growth and blooming. With the right care, the Lipstick Plant will continue to thrive and enchant, offering long-lasting tropical charm to your home or office.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
House Plant Size Guide
House plants come in a wide array of shapes and sizes depending on the variety and maturity of the plant.
6cm/12cm/15cm/19cm/23cm nursery pots are the most common size of pot that they are sold in. This measurement is the diameter at the top of the pot.
12cm potted plants are the most popular providing great value for money and an instant impact. Larger plants that come in pots of 20cm+ are great for making a statement in any room and can represent years of growth to get to that level of maturity and size.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
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Instructions
Top Tip
A top tip for Aeschynanthus is to prune regularly after flowering to encourage fuller growth and more blooms. Remove spent flowers and trim leggy stems to keep the plant compact. Providing bright, indirect light and consistent humidity will also help the plant thrive and produce vibrant lipstick-like flowers.
How to Water
Water Aeschynanthus when the top inch of soil feels dry. Use lukewarm water and ensure excess drains to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in winter when growth slows. Maintain moderate humidity by misting or placing the pot on a pebble tray, but avoid letting the plant sit in standing water.
How to Plant
Plant Aeschynanthus in a well-draining pot with light, airy soil, such as a peat-based mix. Place it in bright, indirect light, maintain humidity and avoid cold drafts. Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season for healthy growth and vibrant blooms.
