Named 'Lipstick Plant' because of the appearance of its flowers. Indeed, the small red tubular flowers look like a lipstick. Regular fertilizer and bright light are necessary for it to bloom. Under optimal conditions, it blooms profusely and can last all summer! An ideal hanging plant thanks to its long trailing stems and large green leaves.
Non-toxic to animals.
- Family: Gesneriaceae.
- Origin: Tropical forest of Southeast Asia.
- Watering:
- Allow the soil to dry out by half between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: High.
- Type of soil: Rich and well-drained.
- Brightness: Moderate to high.
- Orientation: West, East or 1 m from a south-facing window.
- Growth: Fast.
- Temperature: Warm.
- Between 18ᵒC and 24ᵒC.
- Never below 15ᵒC.
Pot diameter: 10 cm, 14 cm (Hanging) and 20 cm (Hanging).
Like nature, every plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
