Aeschynanthus ligustrinus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ligustrinus
ID:
522637
Status:
valid
Authors:
Schltr.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 269 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521969
Common Names
- Ligustrinus Basket Vine
- Ligustrinus Lipstick Plant
- Ligustrinus Wax Plant
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus (also called Chinese Violet, 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, purple flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus is an ornamental plant that is often used in hanging baskets and window boxes. It has attractive foliage and produces bright yellow-pink flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus has bright pink flowers with yellow throats. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus 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 ligustrinus
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus FAQ
What is the ideal temperature for Aeschynanthus ligustrinus?
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much light does Aeschynanthus ligustrinus need?
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus prefers bright, indirect light.
How often should Aeschynanthus ligustrinus be watered?
Aeschynanthus ligustrinus 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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623879: Based on the initial data import
Rudolf Schlechter (1872-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schltr.' in the authors string.