SPECIMEN NO. #36 🟢 PET SAFE Family: Gesneriaceae

Aeschynanthus radicans

Common Name: Lipstick Plant

Aeschynanthus radicans (Lipstick Plant) botanical field specimen photograph

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats? NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:

Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement 1500 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance 4000 Lux
Watering Frequency Every 7 Days
Temperature Envelope 18°C – 28°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity 60% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 3824774
Native Biogeographical Range Borneo; Malaya; Mauritius [I]; Thailand; peninsular Malaysia (widespread); +Sing...
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