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Candy Corn and Lipstick PlantCandy Corn, Lipstick Plant
Aeschynanthus radicans (Hipocryta strigillosa)

Gesneriaceae

Excellent flowering plant for the home; free flowering solitary or in clusters; opposite fleshy leaves; vine, plant requires bright light but not full sun; watch overwatering; propagate by cutting.

Plant Form or Habit: cascading

Plant Use: hanging basket

Exposure: medium

Flower Color: scarlet to orange

Blooming Period: spring summer fall winter

Height: 2 feet

Width: 18 inches

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: medium


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