Lipstick Black Pagoda

Dark, exotic, and utterly unlike anything else in your plant collection — the Lipstick Black Pagoda is a botanical curiosity that combines dramatic foliage with spectacular tubular blooms in a way that stops people in their tracks. Its thick, waxy leaves are a deep olive-green on top with striking dark purple-maroon undersides — a mottled, almost reptilian pattern that makes the foliage itself a showpiece. Then, when it blooms, vivid orange-red tubular flowers emerge from dark calyxes like tiny lit torches. A trailing vine that is simultaneously strange, beautiful, and absolutely unforgettable.

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🌿 Why Black Pagoda is a Must for Collectors

• Dramatic Two-Tone Foliage — Deep olive-green mottled tops with rich purple-maroon undersides — a striking visual contrast.
• Spectacular Tubular Blooms — Vivid orange-red flowers emerge from dark calyxes for a dramatic, torch-like floral display.
• Rare Collector Variety — Significantly less common than standard lipstick plants; a true conversation piece.
• Easy Trailing Habit — Cascades beautifully from hanging baskets or shelves.
• Pet Note: Generally considered non-toxic to pets, but keep out of reach as a precaution.

🌱 Plant Profile

• Botanical Name: Aeschynanthus longicaulis
• Common Names: Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant, Mottled Aeschynanthus
• Origin: Southeast Asia
• Mature Size: Trails 2–3 feet
• Foliage: Thick waxy; olive-green mottled tops, purple-maroon undersides

☀️ Care at a Glance

• Light: Bright indirect light. More light encourages blooming.
• Water: Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings. Tolerates some drought.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; mist occasionally.
• Temperature: 65–85°F. Keep away from cold drafts.
• Fertilizer: Feed monthly during spring and summer; high-phosphorus fertilizer boosts blooming.

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