Lipstick Plant Plant Features
Lipstick plant is a beautiful flowering indoor plant prized for its shiny foliage and interesting flowers. It gets its name because the flower buds peek out of dark-colored tubes, looking like a miniature tube of women’s lipstick.
This tropical houseplant puts on a lovely display in front of a bright window and is an excellent choice for adding a splash of color to brightly lit kitchens, bathrooms, and dining rooms.
Lipstick Plant Questions?
Our indoor plant experts love to talk about growing houseplants such as lipstick plant. Just drop us an email!
Lipstick Plant Growing Instructions
Grow lipstick plant in a medium to bright spot. The more light it gets, the better lipstick plant will bloom. If you have a lipstick plant that won’t produce flowers, try moving it to a brighter spot.
Water lipstick plant enough to keep the soil moist, but not wet or saturated for extended periods. Don’t let lipstick plant wilt, but also take care not to overwater it. If this houseplant stays too wet, it will suffer from root rot.
Fertilize lipstick plant monthly in spring and summer to help it produce lots of flowers. Use any general-purpose houseplant fertilizer. Just be sure to follow the instructions on the product’s packaging.
Note: This plant is not intended for human or animal consumption.
Light
Indoors: High light
Indoors: Medium light
Colors
Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, Variegated
Water
Medium water needs
Special Features
Purifies the air
Complement your Lipstick Plant with these varieties:
Alsobia
Alsobia is a related plant that likes similar conditions to lipstick plant. It has charming white flowers.
Ivy
Accent lipstick plant’s beautiful flowers with a companion planting of variegated ivy.
Varieties: Our Favorites
Aeschynanthus longicaulis Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus longicaulis
Black Pagoda lipstick plant is grown more for its mottled, variegated foliage than for its smallish green flowers.
Exotic Angel
Aeschynanthus ‘Cassiopeia’ Cassiopeia Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus ‘Cassiopeia’
Cassiopeia is a dramatic variety that has bright red flowers that emerge from dark purple-red buds.
Exotic Angel
Aeschynanthus radicans ‘Curly’ Curly Q Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus radicans ‘Curly’
Curly Q is a unique variety that offers dark green leaves that curl and twist, giving the houseplant a unique, unusual appearance.
Exotic Angel
What is the Main Cause of a Heart Attack? What is its Solution? A heart attack is the blockage of… Read More
In the vast economic arena, one term that often takes center stage, inciting extensive debates and discussions, is the "debt… Read More
De-Dollarization: The Changing Face of Global Finance The financial landscape is in a state of flux, with an intriguing economic… Read More
The curtains closed on a dramatic Bundesliga season with Bayern Munich standing tall once again, clinching their 11th straight title.… Read More
The Unfolding Story of Celine Dion's Health In recent news that has left fans across the globe stunned, iconic singer… Read More
As the echoes of the recent NBA season start to fade, the attention of enthusiasts is firmly glued to one… Read More