Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
lepidospermus
ID:
522633

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 35 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521965

Common Names

  • Lepidospermus Lipstick Plant
  • Lepidospermus Aeschynanthus
  • Lepidospermus Tube Flower

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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum lepidospermum Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus (also called Goldfish Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is typically found in humid, shady forests. It is a woody, evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, oval-shaped leaves and tubular, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus is an ornamental plant that is often used in hanging baskets and window boxes. It has attractive foliage and produces bright yellow-green flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus has bright purple flowers with yellow throats. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus is a tropical evergreen, epiphytic, climbing shrub. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The potting mix should be kept moist and the cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus lepidospermus

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aeschynanthus lepidospermus?

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Aeschynanthus lepidospermus need?

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Aeschynanthus lepidospermus be watered?

Aeschynanthus lepidospermus should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

Species in the Aeschynanthus genus

Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum, Aeschynanthus batesii, Aeschynanthus brachyphyllus, Aeschynanthus bracteatus, Aeschynanthus brevicalyx, Aeschynanthus breviflorus, Aeschynanthus burttii, Aeschynanthus buxifolius, Aeschynanthus calanthus, Aeschynanthus camiguinensis, Aeschynanthus candidus, Aeschynanthus cardinalis, Aeschynanthus caudatus, Aeschynanthus celebicus, Aeschynanthus ceylanicus, Aeschynanthus chiritoides, Aeschynanthus chorisepalus, Aeschynanthus chrysanthus, Aeschynanthus copelandii, Aeschynanthus cordifolius, Aeschynanthus crassifolius, Aeschynanthus cryptanthus, Aeschynanthus cuernosensis, Aeschynanthus curtisii, Aeschynanthus curvicalyx, Aeschynanthus dasycalyx, Aeschynanthus dempoensis, Aeschynanthus dischorensis, Aeschynanthus ellipticus,

Species in the Gesneriaceae family

Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,

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