🌿 Aeschynanthus ‘Green Star’ – The Lipstick Plant with Cascading Brilliant Green

Aeschynanthus ‘Green Star’, popularly known as the lipstick plant, is a spectacular trailing plant that transforms any hanging pot into a cascade of lush green. Its long stems, covered with thick, fleshy leaves of an intensely shimmering green, elegantly spill over the edge of the pot, creating a remarkable decorative effect. The ‘Green Star’ variety stands out for its exceptionally dense and compact foliage, offering a full and healthy appearance.

🌍 Origins & Botanical History

The genus Aeschynanthus comprises approximately 150 species in the Gesneriaceae family, originating from the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Thailand. In their natural habitat, these plants grow as epiphytes on tree trunks and rocks in humid tropical forests at varying altitudes. The popular name “lipstick plant” comes from the tubular red flowers that emerge from a dark calyx, resembling a tube of lipstick.

The ‘Green Star’ variety is a cultivar selected for its exceptionally dense and shimmering foliage, with thicker and more compact leaves than typical species.

🌿 Foliage – Cascades of Fleshy, Glistening Green

The leaves are the main asset of this variety. Thick, fleshy, and of a deep green with a natural sheen, they densely cover the stems, creating a living garland effect. The leaves are oppositely arranged on the stem, with an oval-elongated shape and a waxy texture that gives them a healthy, robust appearance.

The stems can reach 40–70 cm in length, forming spectacular cascades when the plant is placed in a hanging pot or on a high shelf. In optimal light conditions, the plant may also produce tubular flowers, usually in red-orange shades, appearing at the stem tips.

🌱 Growth Habit & Development

Aeschynanthus ‘Green Star’ has a trailing growth habit with flexible stems that extend constantly. Growth is moderate, and the plant thrives in bright indirect light, at temperatures of 18–26°C and 50–70% humidity. Water when the top layer of soil has dried out, avoiding both complete drying and overwatering. Well-draining substrate is essential, similar to what is used for epiphytes.

✨ Why Choose Aeschynanthus ‘Green Star’ from Eufloria?

At Eufloria, every plant is carefully selected from trusted European growers. The Aeschynanthus ‘Green Star’ you receive will be a healthy plant with long stems and dense foliage, ready to bring a cascade of green into your home.