Light
Use bright indirect light, away from harsh sun.
Learn how to care for your green friend
Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus radicans
Tropical & indoor plants · Planned variety
Meet your green friend.
Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus radicans) has a arching / cascading growth form. Foliage shapes recorded for this species: elliptical, lanceolate, ovate. Flower colours recorded: red/burgundy.
A space where it can thrive
Growth habit: arching, cascading. Indoor conditions and winter outdoor hardiness are different; use the light and moisture advice for your growing space.
Ask about availabilityAvailability, size, pot and price will be confirmed in store. Pictures illustrate the plant type.
Studio illustration. Appearance varies with age, variety and growing conditions. Botanical photo reference: Jacinta Lluch Valero. · Source · CC BY 2.0.
Indoor hanging plant
Growing in a hanging basket
Use bright filtered light and a light, airy mix. Let the surface begin to dry before watering; protect from cold drafts.
Use a container with drainage and a secure support rated for its fully watered weight. Check moisture at the root ball and empty collected drainage water.
Studio basket illustration. Colours, growth, basket size and availability vary.
Hanging basket care referenceBrowse hanging basket plants
Your care routine
Watering
Water regularly during growth and ensure thorough drainage.
Soil & drainage
Suitable textures: High Organic Matter. Soil reaction: Neutral (6.0-8.0).
Fertilizer
Use a suitable diluted liquid feed during active growth, following its label.
Outdoor hardiness
Outdoor winter hardiness reported: USDA zones 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b. This is not an indoor temperature setting.
Humidity
Higher humidity with air circulation is important; stagnant damp air encourages fungal problems.
Through the seasons
A somewhat cooler, drier winter rest is suitable.
Pets & little ones
This record does not provide a toxicity assessment. That does not establish safety for people or pets; do not ingest plant material.
Grow with your neighbourhood store.
Independent, family-owned and right here in Uptown New Westminster. Browse before your visit and keep this guide handy at home.
Visit The Golden BazaarCare references
Guidance is a starting point. Adjust watering to your plant, pot, light and season; follow fertilizer labels and check outdoor cultivar hardiness.