Aeschynanthus marmoratus (Zebra Vine/ Lipstick plant)

Please note, this item is either heavy or oversized, so has to be sent via our nationwide courier APC. Please do not choose the ‘Brighton and Hove’ delivery if you are not local, as your order will be refunded as the postage paid will not be enough. Many thanks!

Please note, these plants are in sale due to some having less foliage than pictured, they are otherwise healthy.

Aeschynanthus marmoratus is a house plant that is also known as the zebra basket vine and the lipstick plant. It is native to Myanmar, Thailand and Malaysia. This is a beautiful dark green trailing house plant with oval shaped leaves with purple detail. This plant flowers fro Spring to Summer.

RATING- Easy

LOVES- Bright indirect sunlight. It can tolerate some direct sunshine but not for long periods of time. Water once or twice a week in the hotter months, however do not allow the plant to sit in winter as this will cause root rot.

HATES- Dry air- ensure you mist this plant frequently to increase humidity and mimic it’s natural tropical habitat. Wrinkled leaves are a sign of dry soil!

Pot Diameter 17cm