Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans Live Plant, 2in or 4in Pot Indoor

Overview

Introducing the captivating Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans, a truly unique and desirable addition to any indoor plant collection. This stunning live plant, also commonly known as the Lipstick Plant, is celebrated for its distinctive tubular flowers that emerge from dark calyces, giving them the appearance of lipstick emerging from its case. The ‘Purple Star’ variety boasts particularly vibrant purple blooms that create a striking contrast against its glossy, dark green foliage. Native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, this epiphytic plant thrives in conditions that mimic its natural habitat, making it an excellent choice for hanging baskets where its trailing vines can cascade gracefully. Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or a beginner looking for an eye-catching specimen, the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans offers both beauty and a relatively straightforward care routine, transforming your living space into a lush, vibrant sanctuary. We offer this exquisite plant in both 2in and 4in pot sizes, allowing you to choose the perfect starter for your home.

Key Benefits

The Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans offers a multitude of benefits that extend beyond its undeniable beauty, making it a favorite among indoor plant lovers:

• Stunning Ornamental Appeal: Its vibrant purple, lipstick-like flowers and glossy green leaves create a captivating display, adding a touch of exotic elegance to any room. It’s a true conversation starter.
• Excellent for Hanging Baskets: The naturally trailing habit of the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans makes it ideal for hanging planters, allowing its long vines and abundant blooms to cascade beautifully.
• Air Purifying Qualities: Like many houseplants, this Lipstick plant indoor variety contributes to a healthier indoor environment by helping to filter out common airborne toxins.
• Relatively Easy Care: While it appreciates consistent conditions, the Aeschynanthus radicans care requirements are manageable for most plant parents, making it a rewarding plant to grow.
• Long Blooming Period: Under optimal conditions, the Lipstick Plant can produce its vibrant flowers for an extended period, offering continuous beauty throughout much of the year.
• Unique Floral Structure: The distinct shape and color of its flowers are unlike many other houseplants, providing a unique visual interest.
• Compact Growth: Even with its trailing nature, the plant maintains a relatively compact root system, suitable for smaller spaces or shelves before it begins to trail significantly.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans is a rewarding experience, leading to lush foliage and abundant blooms. Understanding its specific needs will ensure your plant thrives. This tropical beauty prefers bright, indirect light. Place it near an east or west-facing window, or a few feet back from a south-facing window where it won’t receive harsh, direct sun that can scorch its leaves. Insufficient light may lead to sparse foliage and a lack of flowers. Aim for consistent warmth, ideally between 65-80°F (18-27°C) and avoid temperatures below 55°F (13°C), as it is sensitive to cold drafts.

Water thoroughly when the top inch or two of soil feels dry to the touch. Allow excess water to drain completely from the pot to prevent root rot, which is a common issue for many houseplants. During the growing season (spring and summer), you may need to water more frequently, while in fall and winter, reduce watering. High humidity is crucial for the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans. You can provide this by misting the foliage regularly, placing the pot on a pebble tray with water, or using a humidifier. A well-draining potting mix is essential; a blend formulated for epiphytes or a mix of peat, perlite, and orchid bark works well. Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength. Reduce or stop fertilizing in fall and winter. Regular pruning helps maintain a bushy shape and encourages more blooms by promoting new growth. Keep an eye out for pests like spider mites or mealybugs, and treat promptly with insecticidal soap if spotted. Providing proper Aeschynanthus radicans care will ensure your plant flourishes.

Size & Details

The Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans is offered as a live plant, ready to bring beauty to your home. You can choose between a 2in pot or a 4in pot, providing flexibility for your desired display. The plant’s trailing vines can eventually reach lengths of 2-3 feet or more, creating a stunning cascading effect, especially when grown in a hanging basket. Growth rate is moderate, and with proper care, it will fill out its pot and start trailing beautifully within a few months. This plant typically ships in its nursery grow pot, ensuring minimal disturbance during transit. While the exact height and fullness may vary slightly upon arrival, we strive to provide plants that are representative of the vibrant and healthy specimens shown. The distinctive purple flowers usually appear in spring and summer, but can bloom intermittently throughout the year under ideal indoor conditions. This variety is known for its robust and healthy growth, making it a rewarding choice for both novice and experienced plant enthusiasts looking for unique purple flower plants.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans get? A: This plant is a trailing vine, and its stems can reach lengths of 2-3 feet or more when grown in optimal conditions, making it perfect for hanging baskets.
• Q: What size pot does it come in? A: We offer the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans in two convenient sizes: a 2in pot and a 4in pot, allowing you to choose based on your preference and space.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: The Lipstick Plant is primarily grown as an indoor houseplant, especially in temperate climates. It thrives indoors with bright, indirect light and high humidity. It can be moved outdoors in shaded areas during warm summer months in suitable climates.
• Q: How much sunlight does it need? A: It prefers bright, indirect light. Avoid direct, harsh sunlight which can scorch its leaves. A few feet from an east or west-facing window is usually ideal for optimal Aeschynanthus radicans care.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans is considered moderately easy to care for. It appreciates consistent conditions, especially regarding humidity and watering, but is quite forgiving for a tropical plant.
• Q: What condition will it arrive in? A: Your Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans will arrive as a healthy, live plant, carefully packaged in its original nursery grow pot to minimize stress during shipping.
• Q: How long until it blooms? A: With proper care and sufficient light, your Lipstick Plant can begin to produce its beautiful purple flowers within a few months, and it can bloom intermittently throughout the year.
• Q: Is the Lipstick Purple Star Aeschynanthus radicans pet-safe? A: While generally considered non-toxic, it’s always best to keep plants out of reach of pets to prevent any potential irritation if ingested.
• Q: What kind of soil does this plant need? A: A well-draining, airy potting mix is essential. A blend suitable for orchids or epiphytes, often containing peat, perlite, and bark, works very well for this plant.
• Q: What are some common names for this plant? A: It is widely known as the Lipstick plant indoor, due to its unique flower shape. It is also sometimes referred to by its botanical name, Aeschynanthus radicans.