What makes Bolero Bicolore different from a green lipstick plant? Its glossy leaves combine green with cream-to-yellow variegation, giving this variegated lipstick plant color even between flowering periods. When blooming, tubular flowers in red and orange tones contrast with the pale leaf markings. The “lipstick plant” name comes from flowers that resemble lipstick emerging from a tube, while Bolero Bicolore pairs that distinctive bloom shape with two-tone foliage.
Botanical name: Aeschynanthus ‘Bolero Bicolore’
Common names: Variegated Lipstick Plant, Bolero Bicolore Lipstick Plant
Growth habit: Trailing stems with glossy, variegated leaves
Light: Bright indirect light; avoid harsh afternoon sun
Water: Let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry; water thoroughly and drain.
Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity
Soil: Airy, well-draining houseplant mix with bark and perlite
Care level: Easy to moderate; flowering depends on growing conditions
Pet safety: Pet Safe; discourage chewing
Note: Images are general representations of size and color. Leaf variegation, vine length, and plant fullness naturally vary. Flowers are not guaranteed on arrival.
