Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
parasiticus
ID:
522701

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) Wall.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1829

Citation Micro:
Numer. List : n.º 796 (1829)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522033



Common Names

  • Parasitic Lipstick Plant
  • Parasitic Basket Vine
  • Parasitic Coral Vine


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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum macranthum Merr. [unknown]
  • Trichosporum grandiflorum D.Don [unknown]
  • Trichosporum parasiticum (Roxb.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus andamanensis Goel, Vasudeva Rao & Mehrotra [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus deleiensis C.E.C.Fisch. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus grandiflorus Spreng. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus macranthus Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus mimetes B.L.Burtt [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus pachytrichus W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus grandiflorus parasiticus (Roxb.) C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus dolicanthus W.T.Wang [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus parasiticus (also called Lipstick Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and tubular, bright red flowers. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, and is commonly found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus parasiticus is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a hanging plant and can be used to add a splash of color to any room. It is also known for its ability to purify air and can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus parasiticus has small, red flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single stem with two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus parasiticus is an evergreen, epiphytic, perennial climber. It is grown for its attractive, glossy, dark green leaves and its profuse, tubular, red flowers. It can be grown in hanging baskets or as a climber on a trellis. It prefers a bright, warm position with partial shade and a well-drained, humus-rich, moist soil. Propagate from cuttings in spring or summer.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus parasiticus

Aeschynanthus parasiticus can be found in tropical forests in Guangxi, China.

Aeschynanthus parasiticus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus parasiticus?

Aeschynanthus parasiticus

What type of plant is Aeschynanthus parasiticus?

Aeschynanthus parasiticus is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

Where is Aeschynanthus parasiticus native to?

Aeschynanthus parasiticus is native to Southeast Asia.

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-2623936: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.