Overview
Aeschynanthus mendumiae is a trailing conservatory greenhouse in the genus Aeschynanthus, part of the Gesneriaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Aeschynanthus mendumiae grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Aeschynanthus mendumiae is a trailing cultivar of the Aeschynanthus genus, which comprises climbing plants, subshrubs, and trailing perennials with simple, thick, evergreen foliage and prominent tubular blooms. This cultivar thrives in partial shade, ideally in east- or west-facing, sheltered positions. It prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soils of any pH and is best grown as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses. Suitable for UK hardiness zone H1a, it is propagated by softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in summer, with interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aeschynanthus
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Aeschynanthus mendumiae size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Trailing
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aeschynanthus mendumiae
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aeschynanthus mendumiae?
Aeschynanthus mendumiae prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Aeschynanthus mendumiae need?
Aeschynanthus mendumiae grows best in loam soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Aeschynanthus mendumiae hardy in the UK?
Aeschynanthus mendumiae has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Aeschynanthus mendumiae?
Softwood cuttings in spring, semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
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