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purple indoor vine plant Aeschynanthus Radicans Black Pagoda Lipstick PlantBlack Pagoda Lipstick Plant Pet Safe Flowering Vine Botanical Name: Aeschynanthus radicans 'Black Pagoda' Common Names: Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant Dark Leaf Lipstick Vine Purple Black Trailing Plant Gothic Lipstick Plant The Aeschynanthus radicans 'Black Pagoda' mesmerizes with its extraordinary contrast of brilliant red tubular flowers emerging like tiny lipsticks from dark calyxes against stunning purple black trailing foliage that creates dramatic
Botanical Name: Aeschynanthus radicans 'Black Pagoda'
Common Names: Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant • Dark-Leaf Lipstick Vine • Purple-Black Trailing Plant • Gothic Lipstick Plant
The Aeschynanthus radicans 'Black Pagoda' mesmerizes with its extraordinary contrast of brilliant red tubular flowers emerging like tiny lipsticks from dark calyxes against stunning purple-black trailing foliage that creates dramatic gothic elegance. This remarkable Southeast Asian native features thick, glossy leaves with deep purple-black coloring that cascades beautifully from hanging baskets while producing spectacular bright red blooms that seem to glow against the dark foliage, bringing year-round dramatic beauty and exotic tropical charm to any indoor space.
This captivating gothic beauty combines breathtaking color contrast with surprisingly manageable care, making it perfect for dramatic plant lovers, hanging basket enthusiasts, or anyone seeking a truly unique flowering plant that creates stunning displays with minimal effort. Enjoy year-round purple-black elegance with periodic bursts of vibrant red blooms that provide spectacular color drama - all with complete confidence around your beloved pets and family members.
Complete Care Guide
Light Requirements ▼
- Bright, indirect light promotes flowering and dark foliage
- East or west-facing windows provide ideal growing conditions
- Some morning sun enhances purple-black leaf coloring
- Bright light is essential for vibrant red bloom production
- Avoid harsh direct sunlight which can scorch the dark leaves
Watering Instructions ▼
- Keep soil consistently moist but never waterlogged
- Water when top inch of soil feels slightly dry
- Thick leaves store some water, making it fairly drought-tolerant
- Consistent moisture encourages better flowering
- Reduce watering frequency slightly in winter months
Humidity & Temperature ▼
- Moderate to high humidity: 50-70% for optimal flowering
- Temperature range: 65-80°F (18-27°C) with consistent warmth
- Higher humidity encourages more prolific blooming
- Place on humidity trays or near humidifiers
- Avoid cold drafts and sudden temperature changes
Potting & Fertilizing ▼
- Use well-draining potting mix that retains some moisture
- Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot
- Feed monthly during growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer
- Choose hanging baskets to showcase trailing growth
- Repot every 2-3 years or when roots become crowded
Flowering & Propagation ▼
- Produces spectacular red tubular flowers periodically year-round
- Flowers emerge from dark purple calyxes like tiny lipsticks
- Easily propagated from trailing stem cuttings
- Pinch growing tips to encourage bushier, more flowering growth
- Mature plants bloom more prolifically than young ones
Styling Ideas for Your Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant
Dramatic Hanging Displays
Purple-black trails create stunning gothic elegance
Color Contrast Gardens
Red blooms pop dramatically against dark foliage
Tropical Collections
Perfect exotic addition to humidity-loving groupings
Flowering Displays
Unique blooms create conversation-starting appeal
Shipping & Potting Information
Your plant ships in its current nursery pot and will need to be repotted into a decorative container of your choice. The beautiful ceramic pot shown in the product images is for styling inspiration only and is not included with your purchase. This allows you to select the perfect decorative pot that matches your home's unique style and décor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is it called "Black Pagoda" and "Lipstick Plant"?
The "Black Pagoda" name refers to the dramatic purple-black foliage, while "Lipstick Plant" describes how the bright red tubular flowers emerge from dark calyxes, resembling lipstick coming out of a tube. This variety combines both dramatic dark foliage and spectacular blooms.
When and how often will my plant bloom?
With proper care, Black Pagoda Lipstick Plants can bloom multiple times throughout the year. Bright light, consistent moisture, and good humidity encourage more frequent flowering. Mature plants typically bloom more prolifically than young ones.
How do I encourage more flowering?
Provide bright, indirect light, maintain consistent moisture, and ensure good humidity. Regular feeding during the growing season and allowing the plant to become slightly root-bound can also encourage blooming. Pinching growing tips promotes bushier growth and more flowering sites.
Is this plant safe around pets and children?
Yes! Aeschynanthus radicans is considered non-toxic to cats, dogs, and humans, making it a wonderful worry-free choice for families who want to enjoy its stunning purple-black foliage and vibrant red blooms safely throughout their home.
How long will the trailing vines get?
Black Pagoda Lipstick Plant vines can trail 1-3 feet long, creating beautiful cascading displays perfect for hanging baskets or high shelves. You can pinch the growing tips to encourage bushier growth or let them trail naturally for dramatic length and more flowering potential.
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★★★★★ 5
Walking from Mexico to Canada with a great cast of characters
Format: Paperback
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Journeys North. The story is about the Pacific Crest Trail and the people who hike it (thru-hikers) attempting to walk from Mexico to Canada. The author brings the trail to life across the story, but what really stands out is the story of the characters. You find yourself rooting for them as they encounter all kinds of challenges, and you get to know them through their backstory and past experiences that are shared. People attempt a thru-hike for many different reasons, and the story is enriched by their personal stories and histories that they carry with them each step of the way. Even their “trail names” had stories that often highlighted something about the characters themselves. One of the unique things about the book is the Pacific Crest Trail itself, as the author’s descriptions allow you to imagine what it looked like and felt like (including the aches, pains, and injuries along the way). The trail is ever present across this story of the people who walked it, bring them together, and then pulling them away from one other, sometimes for weeks or even months. The trail and mother nature create for an everchanging backdrop as the characters navigate their way north. I am not a thru-hiker and I doubt I would ever attempt to walk from Mexico to Canada, but I enjoyed tagging along on the adventure of Scout, Frodo, Blazer, Dalton, Tony, Nadine and many others whose lives intersected over the course of many miles. I found myself having a hard time putting the book down, particularly as the hikers neared the Canadian border. If you are looking for an armchair adventure along the PCT, or wondered what it would be like to tackle a thru-hike of a long trail, or are curious about the people who undertake such a challenge, you will enjoy Journeys North! I would imagine that if you are a PCT hiker you would find the book even more meaningful.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 4, 2020
★★★★★ 5
Incredible Life experience while hiking the PCT
Format: Paperback
As I began experiencing great stories about the "Camino" pilgrimage in Spain, books about "thru hikes" in the US seemed to find me too i.e. The Pacific Crest Trail, and did grab my attention for various reasons...
"Journeys North"-- To me, this story makes it more than apparent, that if you want to learn about yourself and open your "vault doors" so to speak, and free yourself of personal challenges-hiking the PCT could help. This book on it's own, is a wonderful treatise about the PCT, and taught me much about being open and honest with others to include oneself, and about being grateful."
This story "rings" of Freedom, is intense, and at times, raw. From the comfort of my living room... Frodo, Scout, Blazer, and company drug this old backpacker (me) a.k.a. "LightningLayne" along on a fantastic journey north clear from Mexico's northern border to Canada's southern one. Along the way, I noticed how the "goodness" in people replaces just about every negative the world throws in your face. Finally, I laughed, I cried, and even felt sorry at times for all the "participants." In the end, I was "grateful" for the individual and collective stories shared. This story is one that has burrowed in deep and is one I will never forget.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2021
★★★★★ 5
Now I want to hike the PCH!
Format: Paperback
Such an incredible story, actually several stories. Very inspirational. I can’t help but want to join the adventure and experience some trail magic of my own. Thank you for capturing these experiences, Scout. Well done
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Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2025
★★★★★ 5
A community 3 feet wide and 2650 miles long
Format: Paperback
One of the aspects of long-distance backpacking on our National Scenic Trails that those who haven't done so are generally unaware of is the tight-knit sense of community that binds hikers together, even hikers who've never met. These folks are average people with a vast range of life experiences and circumstances, and not simply a generic array of "professional hikers" involved in some sort of athletic competition. In the "real world," you can know someone for years without *really* knowing them at all, but on the trail, a single day can feel like weeks, and months can feel like years. You can bump into someone in the morning, and have a new "old friend," soulmate, or savior by the end of the day.
In "Journeys North," Scout brings this community to life on the page vividly and emotionally, drawing us into not just his own life and experience, but of many others in his trail family- all making that journey north in a literal way collectively, as well as in their own personal ways figuratively. Along the way, he relates the highs and the lows of not just life on the trail, but of life in the "real world" as well. It's a crash course in empathy, determination, and sometimes just plain stubbornness.
When I received the book and flipped through it quickly, I was at first surprised at the lack of photos- just a single page at the end with a handful of shots of the "main characters." But as I read the book, I quickly realized that Scout's richly descriptive prose paints a far better picture than any actual pictures could, and was grateful for the space he made for my imagination to play a part in his story.
While no book could ever substitute for the actual experience of hiking a long trail, "Journeys North" serves as great inspiration for those who aspire to, as well as reassurance for their friends and family that they won't simply be disappearing into the wilderness alone.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2020
★★★★★ 5
Basics for the Hike
Format: Paperback, Format: Paperback
This is a nice, short book that gives you the basics of hiking the Camino de Santiago.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2026