Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
ceylanicus
ID:
522548

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gardner

Source:
cmp

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 6: 474 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521880

Common Names

  • Aeschynanthus Ceylanicus
  • Ceylon Aeschynanthus
  • Lipstick Plant

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Synonyms

  • Aeschynanthus perrottetii Gardner [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus wilsonii Walker ex C.B.Clarke [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus zeylanicus Walp. [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus ceylanicus (also called Ceylon Lipstick Plant, 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 red, tubular flowers. It is native to Sri Lanka and is found in tropical forests and rainforests at elevations of up to 1,000 meters.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus ceylanicus 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 ceylanicus is a tropical, evergreen, perennial climber that is native to the rainforests of Southeast Asia. It is grown for its attractive, tubular, orange flowers that are borne in clusters. It can be propagated from stem cuttings or by division. It prefers a warm, humid environment and should be grown in a well-draining, fertile soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus ceylanicus

Aeschynanthus ceylanicus is native to Sri Lanka.

Aeschynanthus ceylanicus FAQ

What is the common name of Aeschynanthus ceylanicus?

Ceylon Lipstick Plant

What is the scientific name of Ceylon Lipstick Plant?

Aeschynanthus ceylanicus

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynanthus ceylanicus?

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