Aeschynanthus marmoratus
The trailing stems of this decorative houseplant are covered in glossy green, oval shaped leaves with a spectacular purple coloured, stripy variegation on the underside, hence its common name, the Zebra Basket Vine. Delightful long, tubular flowers in an exotic lime shade with orange tips appear in the summer months, adding to the plant’s delicate vibrancy.
The trailing stems of this decorative houseplant are covered in glossy green, oval shaped leaves with a spectacular purple coloured, stripy variegation on the underside, hence its common name, the Zebra Basket Vine. Delightful long, tubular flowers in an exotic lime shade with orange tips appear in the summer months, adding to the plant’s delicate vibrancy.
Native to Thailand and Malaysia deep within the rainforests, the Aeschynanthus marmoratus is an epiphyte, meaning that it lives on the branches of trees and gets nutrition from its leaves.
- Pot size: 17cm
- Height and Spread: This slow growing plant can reach up to H: 60cm (2ft) x W: 30cm (1ft)
- Soil: Well-draining potting compost
- Position: Bright, indirect light
- Non-toxic
- Please note, the pot cover featured is not included.
Considering its original habitat, this vine thrives in a humid atmosphere. An easy plant to look after due to its robust nature, mist regularly in a warm room to replicate its native balmy atmosphere, in order to ensure optimum care and growth.