Aeschynanthus Mona Lisa Basket 20 cm - The Lipstick Plant in Bloom
The Aeschynanthus Mona Lisa, known as the "lipstick plant" for its spectacular deep red flowers, is a trailing tropical plant that delights with its abundant and long-lasting blooms. Bright red tubular flowers emerge from the glossy green foliage, creating a cascade of color that transforms any space into a tropical corner.
Technical Specifications
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Botanical name: Aeschynanthus Mona Lisa
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Plant height: approximately 60 cm
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Basket diameter: 20 cm
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Type: flowering trailing indoor plant
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Origin: Southeast Asia
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Family: Gesneriaceae
Distinctive Features
- Spectacular display of abundant red tubular flowers
- Glossy, fleshy dark green foliage
- Elegant trailing habit, perfect as a hanging plant
- Extended flowering from spring to autumn
- Vigorous, compact growth in the basket
Aeschynanthus Mona Lisa Care Guide
Position and Light:
Requires bright indirect light for abundant flowering. Avoid direct sunlight during the hottest hours. Ideal near bright east- or west-facing windows, or 1-2 meters from very bright windows. Insufficient light reduces flowering.
Watering:
Keep the soil consistently moist during flowering and the growing season. Water when the top 2-3 cm of potting soil is dry. Slightly reduce watering after flowering. Avoid waterlogging, which can cause root rot.
Humidity:
It loves environments with high humidity (60-80%). Mist the leaves regularly (avoiding the flowers) or place it on a saucer filled with expanded clay and water. Humidity encourages flowering. Perfect for a bright bathroom or conservatory.
Temperature:
Ideal temperature is between 18-25°C. Protect from cold drafts and temperatures below 15°C. Cool nighttime temperatures (16-18°C) in winter stimulate spring flowering.
Fertilizing:
Fertilize every 2 weeks during flowering with liquid fertilizer for flowering plants. Reduce to once a month in winter. Regular fertilization ensures abundant blooms.
After Flowering:
Remove faded flowers to encourage new blooms. Lightly prune the longest branches to maintain a compact shape.
Where to Place the Aeschynanthus Mona Lisa
Perfect for creating colorful focal points around the home:
- Bright bathroom: an ideal environment for humidity and filtered light
- Living room: on high shelves or in a hanging basket near windows
- Conservatory or winter garden: in bright, sheltered positions
- Entryway: to welcome guests with a cascade of red flowers
- Bright kitchen: hung near windows for a touch of color
Why Choose the Aeschynanthus Mona Lisa
- Spectacular, long-lasting blooms with deep red flowers
- Highly decorative trailing plant
- Relatively easy to care for in the right conditions
- Perfect for those who love flowering tropical plants
- Ideal for Instagram-worthy arrangements
