Light:

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 ½ 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.