Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
levipes
ID:
522636

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 28 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000521968

Common Names

  • Levipes Basket Vine
  • Levipes Lipstick Plant
  • Levipes Wax Plant

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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum levipes Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus levipes (also called Red Trumpet Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Gesneriaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia and is typically found in humid, shady forests. It is a woody, evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, oval-shaped leaves and tubular, red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Aeschynanthus levipes is an ornamental plant that is often used in hanging baskets and window boxes. It has attractive foliage and produces bright red-orange flowers that attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus levipes has bright yellow flowers with yellow throats. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate, with bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus levipes is a tropical evergreen, epiphytic, climbing shrub. It is easy to propagate from stem cuttings. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. The potting mix should be kept moist and the cuttings should be placed in a warm, humid environment. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into larger pots.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus levipes

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

Aeschynanthus levipes FAQ

What is the ideal temperature for Aeschynanthus levipes?

Aeschynanthus levipes prefers temperatures between 65-75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Aeschynanthus levipes need?

Aeschynanthus levipes prefers bright, indirect light.

How often should Aeschynanthus levipes be watered?

Aeschynanthus levipes should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.

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,

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