{"product_id":"lipstick-plant-aeschynanthus-sp-thailand-variegated-welsh-grown","title":"Aeschynanthus sp. ‘Thailand Variegated’ - Lipstick Plant - Welsh Grown","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis trailing beauty features cascading stems of waxy, variegated leaves marked with creamy whites, greens, and sometimes hints of pink under high light. A rare form of the classic Lipstick Plant, \u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus ‘Thailand Variegated’\u003c\/i\u003e gets its name from the tubular, bright red blooms that emerge from dark buds like lipstick from a case. Perfect for hanging pots or high shelves, it brings colour and movement to any room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus sp. ‘Thailand Variegated’\u003c\/i\u003e (from Greek \u003ci\u003eaischynē\u003c\/i\u003e, “shame”, and \u003ci\u003eanthos\u003c\/i\u003e, “flower” – possibly referencing the bold red blooms that emerge shyly from dark buds)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus\u003c\/i\u003e is a large genus in the Gesneriaceae family. While the exact species behind this Thai variegated form is not always specified, it likely originates from \u003ci\u003eAeschynanthus radicans\u003c\/i\u003e or a closely related species. This cultivar is prized for its foliage as much as its flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name(s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eVariegated Lipstick Plant, Thai Lipstick Plant, Aeschynanthus ‘Thailand Variegated’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eCultivar derived from species native to Thailand and Southeast Asia, typically found trailing from trees in humid forests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eBright, indirect light is ideal. Too much sun can scorch variegated leaves, while too little can fade both colour and blooming. Filtered light through a curtain or a spot near a north\/east window is perfect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater when the top 2–3cm of soil feels dry. Likes consistent moisture but hates soggy roots. Reduce watering in winter and always use room-temperature water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePrefers moderate to high humidity. Mist occasionally or use a pebble tray. Excellent in bright bathrooms or kitchens where humidity stays higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eUse a light, airy mix – orchid bark, perlite, and peat-free compost or coir will work well. Ensure good drainage. Repot every 1–2 years in spring or when pot-bound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eFeed every 4 weeks in spring and summer with a diluted high-potassium liquid fertiliser to support flowering. Hold off feeding in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTemp\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThrives in 18–26°C. Avoid cold draughts and 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\u003eThis plant will bloom best when slightly root-bound and given enough light. If it’s all leaf and no flower, try increasing brightness and feeding during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eExtras\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIts semi-succulent leaves hold moisture, so avoid overwatering. Trimming leggy vines encourages fuller growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eLipstick Plants are epiphytes in the wild, often growing in the crooks of tree branches – which is why they thrive in loose, well-draining mixes and appreciate regular misting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"6cm","offer_id":56471836459389,"sku":"3788241772571","price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/aeschynanthus-sp-thailand-variegated-lipstick-plant-welsh-grown-8210491.jpg?v=1752848977","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/lipstick-plant-aeschynanthus-sp-thailand-variegated-welsh-grown","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}