Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
buxifolius
ID:
522541

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hemsl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1903

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 35: 515 (1903)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521873

Common Names

  • Aeschynanthus Buxifolius
  • Box-leaved Aeschynanthus
  • Lipstick Plant

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Description

Aeschynanthus buxifolius (also called 'Buxifolia', among many other common names) is a tropical evergreen shrub native to Southeast Asia. It has glossy green leaves and produces red and yellow flowers in the summer. It is typically found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus buxifolius is a popular houseplant and is often used in hanging baskets. It has a trailing habit and produces bright blue flowers. It is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus buxifolius has small, red flowers, which are followed by small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus buxifolius is a perennial climber native to tropical Asia. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate occasional flooding. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in the spring or fall. The plant should be divided into small clumps and replanted in moist soil.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus buxifolius

Aeschynanthus buxifolius is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India, Southeast Asia, and New Guinea.

Aeschynanthus buxifolius FAQ

What is the common name of Aeschynanthus buxifolius?

Box-leaved Lipstick Plant

What is the scientific name of Box-leaved Lipstick Plant?

Aeschynanthus buxifolius

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynanthus buxifolius?

Tropical forests

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