Lipstick Plant

No, the Lipstick Plant is toxic to pets. It is best to keep this plant in a hanging basket or on a high shelf that is completely inaccessible to curious animals.

To encourage those vibrant reddish-orange blooms in the spring, place your plant in a spot with bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can scorch the waxy leaves, while too little light will prevent it from flowering.

You can boost humidity by grouping it with other plants, placing it on a pebble tray filled with water, or keeping it in a naturally humid room like a bathroom with a window. Misting the leaves occasionally can also help, though it is less effective than a humidifier.

No, your plant will be happy in its nursery pot for some time. Wait until you see roots growing out of the drainage holes or the soil drying out significantly faster than usual before moving it to a slightly larger container.

Allow the top inch or two of soil to dry out between waterings. Because it is an epiphyte, it prefers consistent moisture but will suffer if left sitting in soggy, waterlogged soil.