Orange Lipstick Plant
Taxonomy
Aeschynanthus x splendidus
Aeschynanthus
Gesneriaceae
Lamiales

How to care for Orange Lipstick Plant

How often to water your Orange Lipstick Plant

every 9
Orange Lipstick Plant needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Orlando, Florida.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Orlando, Florida
47% Low

Growing Orange Lipstick Plant in Orlando right now
Plant growth potential is currently medium š
January 30th, 2023
Sunlight energy as measured by ānet radiationā in Orlando is currently medium š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiniā¦
Sunlight will increase by 20.4% āļø
January 28th, 2023
Orlando is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Orlando is expected to increase by 20.4% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 12.1 megajoules of energy per m2 pā¦
Daylight will increase by 0.7 hours š
January 31st, 2023
This month, Orlando is getting an average of 7.6 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 6.7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 11.0 total hours of daylā¦
Finding light for Orange Lipstick Plant in your home

a window
Orange Lipstick Plant may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to keep it happy during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Orlando, Florida ā .

How to fertilize Orange Lipstick Plant

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Orange Lipstick Plant after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Orange Lipstick Plant
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
January 30th, 2023
The growing potential in Orlando is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repotā¦

Orange Lipstick Plant prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Orange Lipstick Plant may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Orange Lipstick Plant doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Orange Lipstick Plant does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Orange Lipstick Plant should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as itās refreshed yearly, you shouldnāt need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Native Region
Orange Lipstick Plant is native to Tropical Asia.
Care Summary for Orange Lipstick Plant
Orange Lipstick Plant
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 3ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Orlando, Florida, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
