The Aeschynanthus 'Pink Polka' is a beautiful flowering houseplant with round glossy leaves that cascade down from delicate vines. This genus of plant is commonly known as a Lipstick plant, due to the blooms resembling lipsticks. The blooms on this particular variety come out as a pale pink, contrasting perfectly with the bright green succulent leaves.

Native to the humid forests of Southeast Asia, these plants grow epiphytically, meaning they grow off of other plants instead of terrestirally (in soil). Although they like it humid, their succulent leaves make them a fairly easy going plant when it comes to underwatering. However, these are not ones to forget about as a consistent lack of water can cause the main stems to dry out which damages the new growth.

An understated, delicate grower with glossy leaves and pink blooms, perfect for someone interested in adding more soft colours and shapes to their collection. These plants look particularly wonderful growing in a tall and narrow planter, to really emphasise their satisfying growth habit. Once mature, they really make a statement in a hanging pot where they can grow from all directions.

As long as they're provided with bright indirect light, and given a boost of humidity, they can grow quickly and healthy, and even bloom for you in the summer!