Aeschynanthus Species, Red Elf Vine

Aeschynanthusgracilis

Family
Gesneriaceae (ges-ner-ee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Aeschynanthus (es-kee-NAN-thus)
Species
gracilis (GRASS-il-is)
Synonym
Aeschynanthus novogracilis
Aeschynanthus setosus
Trichosporum gracile
Sun Exposure
Light Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Textured
Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Scarlet (dark red)
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From softwood cuttings
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Houston, Texas

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Gardener's Notes:

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neutral
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negative
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