Aeschynanthus Japhrolepsis (Mini Lipstick)《毛萼口红花》

🌿 Why Choose Aeschynanthus ‘Japhrolepsis’?

 • Elegant, trailing growth with glossy foliage

 • Great for elevated planters and interior styling

 • Low-maintenance and visually distinctive

🌺 Aeschynanthus ‘Japhrolepsis’ – Care Tips

Commonly known as a Lipstick Plant, Aeschynanthus ‘Japhrolepsis’ is a striking tropical epiphyte admired for its long, trailing vines and bold, tubular flowers that resemble a lipstick emerging from a tube.

☀️ Light

• Loves bright, indirect light

• Can tolerate some morning sun, but avoid intense afternoon rays

• Low light = fewer or no flowers

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry

• Avoid overwatering – roots are sensitive to rot

• Reduce watering in cooler months

🌱 Soil

• Use a well-draining, airy mix (orchid bark + peat + perlite)

• Mimics its natural epiphytic environment

• Ensure pot has drainage holes

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Thrives in 18–27°C (65–80°F)

• Keep away from cold drafts and temps below 12°C (54°F)

• Prefers high humidity – mist often or use a humidifier

🌿 Growth Habit

• Trailing stems grow up to 2–3 feet long

• Blooms best when slightly root-bound

• Can be pruned to shape and encourage bushier growth

🌸 Blooming

• Produces vibrant tubular flowers during spring and summer

• Give it bright light and proper feeding to encourage blooms

• Use a high-phosphorus fertilizer monthly during growing season

🐾 Pet Safety

• Generally non-toxic to pets, but best kept out of reach

Pro Tip: After flowering, trim back lightly to promote new growth and future blooming. Rotate regularly for even light exposure.

Let Aeschynanthus ‘Japhrolepsis’ cascade into your space with a quiet sense of botanical grace and textured simplicity.