Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
micranthus
ID:
522669

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.B.Clarke

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 27 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000522001

Common Names

  • Micranthus Basket Vine
  • Micranthus Lipstick Plant
  • Micranthus Wax Plant

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Synonyms

  • Trichosporum micranthum Kuntze [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus austroyunnanensis W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus austroyunnanensis guangxiensis (Chun ex W.T.Wang & K.Y.Pan) W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus guangxiensis Chun ex W.T.Wang & K.Y.Pan [unknown]
  • Aeschynanthus parviflorus C.B.Clarke [unknown]

Description

Aeschynanthus micranthus (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 micranthus is a popular houseplant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is often used to add color to a room or to create a tropical atmosphere. It can also be used as a ground cover in gardens, as it is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant. The flowers of this plant are also edible and can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Aeschynanthus micranthus has small, tubular flowers that are usually white or pink in color. The flowers have five petals and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aeschynanthus micranthus can be propagated by stem cuttings or by division. For stem cuttings, take a cutting of about 6-8 inches long and remove the lower leaves. Place the cutting in a potting mix and water it regularly. For division, divide the plant into several sections and replant each section in a separate pot. Water the plants regularly and keep them in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Aeschynanthus micranthus

Aeschynanthus micranthus can be found in tropical forests in Guangxi, China.

Aeschynanthus micranthus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Aeschynanthus micranthus?

Aeschynanthus micranthus

What type of climate does Aeschynanthus micranthus prefer?

Aeschynanthus micranthus prefers warm, humid climates.

What type of soil does Aeschynanthus micranthus prefer?

Aeschynanthus micranthus prefers well-drained, acidic soil.

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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