Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
cardinalis
ID:
522545

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schltr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 58: 264 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521877

Common Names

  • Aeschynanthus Cardinalis
  • Cardinal Aeschynanthus
  • Lipstick Plant

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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum cardinale Copel. ex Merr. [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus cardinalis (also called Cardinal Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, ovate leaves and clusters of bright red, tubular flowers. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in tropical forests and rainforests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus cardinalis 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 cardinalis is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the Philippines. It can be propagated by stem cuttings and seeds. It prefers well-drained soil and partial sun to partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus cardinalis

Aeschynanthus cardinalis is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Aeschynanthus cardinalis FAQ

What is the common name of Aeschynanthus cardinalis?

Cardinal Lipstick Plant

What is the scientific name of Cardinal Lipstick Plant?

Aeschynanthus cardinalis

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynanthus cardinalis?

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