Partial light to
shade; bright direct light of morning or afternoon sun is best, but
they need to be shaded from the midday
sun.
Temperature:
Minimum indoor
temperature of 60 degrees, but 65 degrees is better as they are warm
growers.
Humidity:
Preferably 50% or
higher; however, they will tolerate low levels with no harm.
Watering:
Water when the
soil is visually dry; don’t over water. They can tolerate periods of
dryness with no harm.
Fertilizer:
Moderate amounts
of fertilizer applied monthly or bi-monthly. Fertilize with ˝
tsp./gallon of a balance fertilizer i.e. 5-10-3, 7-9-5 or 10-10-10.
Pruning:
After the
flowering cycle is complete. Repot when plants look too big for the
container. They can remain in a limited space for a long time without
harm. Generally, we never go any larger than an 8” pot.
Insects and
Disease:
Resistant to most
insects; occasional mealy bug problems.Root disease if kept too wet.
Comments:
Aeschynanthus
flowers on the tips of the mature growth. They are excellent as indoor
plants as they tolerate a dry atmosphere and neglectful watering.
