Identifying Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus 'Mona Lisa') vs. Hoya

Visual Confirmation

The plant in question matches Aeschynanthus 'Mona Lisa' exactly when compared to reference images. Without flowers, it resembles Hoya, but side-by-side comparison confirms identity.

Key Differences

• Lipstick plant: tubular red flowers from dark calyces; leaves thicker, glossy.
• Hoya: waxy star-shaped flowers in umbels; leaves often thinner, sometimes variegated.

Care Similarities

Both need bright indirect light, well-draining soil, moderate water, and humidity. Fertilize monthly with half-strength liquid.