Botanical Babe Houseplants
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Lipstick plant (Aeschynanthus radicans) is a popular indoor plant with glossy green leaves and bright red tubular flowers that resemble a tube of lipstick. Here are some care tips for lipstick plant:
1. Light: Lipstick plant prefers bright, indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves, while too little light can result in leggy growth and fewer flowers.
2. Water: Water lipstick plant when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged soil.
3. Humidity: Lipstick plant thrives in high humidity. You can increase humidity by placing a humidifier nearby, grouping plants together, or misting the leaves with water.
4. Temperature: Lipstick plant prefers warm temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). Avoid placing it in drafty areas or near air conditioning vents.
5. Fertilizer: Feed lipstick plant with a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) to encourage blooming.
6. Pruning: Prune lipstick plant after blooming to encourage bushy growth and remove any leggy stems. Pinch back the stem tips regularly to promote branching and a fuller appearance.
7. Repotting: Repot lipstick plant every 2-3 years in a well-draining potting mix. Avoid using a pot that is too large as this can lead to waterlogged soil.
1. Light: Lipstick plant prefers bright, indirect light. Too much direct sunlight can scorch the leaves, while too little light can result in leggy growth and fewer flowers.
2. Water: Water lipstick plant when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch. Avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogged soil.
3. Humidity: Lipstick plant thrives in high humidity. You can increase humidity by placing a humidifier nearby, grouping plants together, or misting the leaves with water.
4. Temperature: Lipstick plant prefers warm temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). Avoid placing it in drafty areas or near air conditioning vents.
5. Fertilizer: Feed lipstick plant with a balanced liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season (spring and summer) to encourage blooming.
6. Pruning: Prune lipstick plant after blooming to encourage bushy growth and remove any leggy stems. Pinch back the stem tips regularly to promote branching and a fuller appearance.
7. Repotting: Repot lipstick plant every 2-3 years in a well-draining potting mix. Avoid using a pot that is too large as this can lead to waterlogged soil.
