Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
fulgens
ID:
522591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Cyrtandreae : 115 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521923

Common Names

  • Fulgens Lipstick Plant
  • Fulgens Aeschynanthus
  • Fulgens Tube Flower

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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum fulgens Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus evrardii Pellegr. [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus stenosiphonius W.T.Wang [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus fulgens (also called Lipstick Plant, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to the tropical forests of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is a small, evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and bright red flowers. It grows best in bright, indirect light and prefers humid conditions.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus fulgens is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used as a hanging plant and can be used to add a splash of color to any room. It is also known for its ability to purify air and can help reduce indoor air pollution.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus fulgens has bright red flowers that are shaped like tubes and have a yellow throat. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus fulgens is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is native to the island of Sumatra, Indonesia. It is an evergreen perennial with a trailing habit and small, glossy, ovate leaves. The flowers are tubular, yellow-orange in color, and borne in clusters. It is best grown in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light. Propagation is by stem cuttings or by division of the rootball.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus fulgens

Aeschynanthus fulgens can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, such as Borneo, Sumatra, and the Malay Peninsula.

Aeschynanthus fulgens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus fulgens?

Aeschynanthus fulgens

What type of plant is Aeschynanthus fulgens?

Aeschynanthus fulgens is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae.

What is the natural habitat of Aeschynanthus fulgens?

Aeschynanthus fulgens is native to the Philippines.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2623837: Based on the initial data import
Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.