Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
warianus
ID:
522785

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 280 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522117



Common Names

  • Lipstick Plant
  • Coral Vine
  • Basket Vine


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Description

Aeschynanthus warianus (also called Warian's Lipstick Plant, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant native to India and Bangladesh. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces red, tubular flowers. It grows best in warm, humid climates and prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus warianus is a popular houseplant, often grown in hanging baskets. It is known for its bright, colorful flowers and its ability to thrive in low light conditions. It is also known for its air purifying properties, as it is able to absorb pollutants from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus warianus has bright yellow flowers with red throats. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus warianus can be propagated through stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature stems and placed in a potting mix of peat moss and perlite. The pot should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly. The cuttings should root within a few weeks. Once rooted, the plants can be transplanted into individual pots and grown in a bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus warianus

Aeschynanthus warianus can be found in tropical rainforests in India and Myanmar.

Aeschynanthus warianus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus warianus?

Aeschynanthus warianus

What type of plant is Aeschynanthus warianus?

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

Where is Aeschynanthus warianus native to?

Aeschynanthus warianus is native to India and Sri Lanka.

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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