{"product_id":"lipstick-plant-aeschynanthus-longicaulis-black-pagoda-welsh-grown","title":"Aeschynanthus longicaulis 'Black Pagoda' - Lipstick Plant -  Welsh Grown","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA real foliage showstopper, \u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus ‘Black Pagoda’\u003c\/i\u003e features glossy green leaves patterned with striking maroon-purple markings on the undersides, almost like stained glass. Trailing gracefully over pot edges or from hanging baskets, it produces tubular orange-yellow flowers from dark burgundy calyxes – less flashy than some lipstick plants, but all the more elegant for it. Grown just as much for its foliage as its flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus longicaulis ‘Black Pagoda’\u003c\/i\u003e (from Greek \u003ci\u003eaischynē\u003c\/i\u003e, “shame”, and \u003ci\u003eanthos\u003c\/i\u003e, “flower”; \u003ci\u003elongicaulis\u003c\/i\u003e means “long-stemmed”)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis cultivar is derived from \u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus longicaulis\u003c\/i\u003e, native to Southeast Asia. ‘Black Pagoda’ is a cultivated variety appreciated for its highly patterned foliage and subtle but beautiful flowering habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBlack Pagoda Lipstick Plant, Zebra Vine, Mottled Lipstick Plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCultivar derived from species native to Thailand, Vietnam, and surrounding tropical forest regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Tolerates some early morning sun, but harsh direct light may bleach leaf markings. Too little light will reduce flowering and dull the variegation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the top 2–3cm of soil feels dry. Keep lightly moist in the growing season and reduce in winter. Avoid letting the plant sit in water, and always use room-temperature water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eEnjoys moderate to high humidity. Mist occasionally or place on a pebble tray, especially in winter when indoor air is dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a loose, airy mix – a combination of peat-free compost, orchid bark, and perlite works well. As an epiphyte, it prefers excellent drainage. Repot every 1–2 years in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 4–6 weeks in spring and summer with a diluted, high-potassium liquid feed to encourage flowering. Pause feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemp\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBest grown at 18–26°C. Keep away from cold draughts and avoid temperatures below 15°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eNon-toxic – safe for pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eRotate your plant regularly to ensure even growth and maintain balanced trailing. Wipe leaves occasionally to show off the striking markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThough less flamboyant than other \u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus\u003c\/i\u003e, the combination of patterned foliage and unusual yellow blooms makes this a favourite for terrariums and statement trailing pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe striking underside pattern of \u003ci\u003e‘Black Pagoda’\u003c\/i\u003e is thought to help the plant absorb reflected light in the dim understory of tropical forests – a clever natural adaptation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":44004091658493,"sku":"1529436830961","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/products\/lipstick-plant-aeschynanthus-longicaulis-black-pagoda-welsh-grown-773891.jpg?v=1689214857","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/lipstick-plant-aeschynanthus-longicaulis-black-pagoda-welsh-grown","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}