Lipstick Plant

Bestie Archetype: The Flirty Romantic 💋

If a bouquet decided it wanted to become a houseplant, it would probably be the Lipstick Plant. With trailing vines and vibrant tubular flowers that pop out like tiny tubes of

botanical lipstick, this beauty knows exactly how to make an entrance. It loves bright, indirect light, consistent watering, and a little humidity to keep its lush foliage and blooms looking fabulous. Its cascading growth makes it perfect for hanging baskets where it can show off from every angle. While it appreciates a little care, it rewards you with dramatic flowers that feel like a surprise love letter from nature. Expect a plant that’s playful, charming, and always ready to flirt with a little colour. Bring home the Lipstick Plant, and your collection gains the friend who sends the perfect compliment, owns every room they enter, and never leaves the house without a little extra sparkle.

Aeschynanthus radicans

Type: Tropical; Perennial; Vine

Water: Soak soil thourougly then allow to dry - repeat process

Light: Medium

Hardiness: 10–11

Propagation: Stem Cuttings

Pet safe: Yes

Native: Southeast Asia