Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant – Live 4 Inch Starter | Aeschynanthus longicaulis | Zebra Pattern Foliage | Tropical Trailing Houseplant

Add dramatic patterned foliage to your indoor plant collection with the Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant, botanically known as Aeschynanthus longicaulis. This tropical trailing houseplant is prized for its striking green leaves marked with dark, zebra-like veining and contrasting purplish tones on the undersides.

Black Pagoda develops long cascading stems that make it especially attractive in hanging baskets, elevated planters, and decorative containers. Mature plants can also produce distinctive tubular flowers under favorable growing conditions, adding another layer of interest to its already ornamental foliage.

This plant is offered as a 4-inch starter. For shipping, a portion of the growing soil may be removed and the nursery pot is not included.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant
✔️ 4-inch starter size
✔️ Striking patterned green foliage
✔️ Trailing and cascading growth habit
✔️ Shipped without nursery pot with some soil removed
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant, Zebra Basket Vine
Botanical Name: Aeschynanthus longicaulis
Plant Type: Tropical evergreen trailing perennial
Growth Stage: Young live starter plant
Sun Requirements: Bright indirect light; gentle morning sun can be beneficial
Soil: Loose, airy, organic-rich, well-draining potting mix
Watering: Moderate; allow the upper portion of the soil to dry slightly between waterings
Mature Height: Trailing stems approximately 1–3 feet long under favorable conditions
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: Approximately 10–12 outdoors; commonly grown as an indoor houseplant elsewhere
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Pot your Black Pagoda in a container with drainage holes using a loose, well-aerated mix. Place it in bright indirect light and avoid keeping the roots continuously saturated. Moderate to higher humidity can help maintain attractive foliage, but good airflow is also important.