Aeschynanthus Longicaulis – Lipstick Plant Black Pagoda

Meet the Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant: A Bold, Exotic Beauty for Your Home!
Looking to add some flair to your indoor jungle? The Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant is your perfect match! With its striking, variegated leaves and tubular red flowers, this plant is a showstopper. It thrives as a hanging plant, cascading its uniquely patterned foliage and bright blooms in an elegant display. Whether youre a seasoned plant parent or a beginner, this beauty is easy to care for and guaranteed to bring a tropical vibe to any room!

Lipstick Plant Black Pagoda Plant Profile

• Botanical Name:AeschynanthusLongicaulis
• Common Name(s):Lipstick Plant Black Pagoda
• Family:Gesneriaceae
• Native Range:Vietnam, Malaysia & Thailand

Lipstick Plant Black Pagoda Care Guide

• Care Level: Easy
• Light: Medium light to partial shade
• Water:Allow to dry fully between waterings
• Humidity:Basic household humidity
• Temperature: 75-85F
• Pruning:Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves.
• Feeding:Fertilize using a general-purpose houseplant fertilizer monthly during spring and summer
• Propagation:Stem Cuttings
• Growth: Vining, Bushy
• Common Pests:Look out foraphids, mealybugs, and mites
• Toxicity: Known to be nontoxic to dogs, cats and humans yet may cause reactions in certain individuals if ingested. With all plants we recommend keeping them out of reach of children and pets.

Fun Fact About the Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant: It Blooms Year-Round!

Did you know that with the right care, your Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant can bloom all year? While most plants only flower seasonally, this plants ability to continuously produce its striking red flowers makes it a favorite for plant enthusiasts looking for vibrant, long-lasting color.

History of the Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant

Native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, the Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant was traditionally used as an ornamental plant in its native regions. Its beautiful foliage and long-lasting blooms caught the attention of horticulturists around the world, leading to its widespread cultivation as a popular houseplant. Its name comes from the unique “lipstick” appearance of its flower buds, which resemble lipstick tubes before they bloom. Today, it’s prized not only for its exotic beauty but also for its easy-to-grow nature, making it a common choice for plant lovers looking to bring a tropical touch indoors.