Troubleshooting
Tweedie's Lipstick Plant problems — and how to fix them
Tweedie's Lipstick Plant (Aeschynanthus tweediei) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Bud drop before flowering
Sudden changes in temperature, cold draughts, or low humidity cause buds to drop before opening; keep the plant in a stable, warm, draught-free position and maintain humidity above 60%.
Spider mites in dry conditions
Low indoor humidity encourages red spider mites, which cause fine stippling on leaves; raise humidity, wash foliage with a damp cloth, and apply a suitable miticide if the infestation is heavy.
Prevent tweedie's lipstick plant problems before they start
Most tweedie's lipstick plant issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Tweedie's Lipstick Plant problems — FAQ
Why is my tweedie's lipstick plant bud drop before flowering?
Sudden changes in temperature, cold draughts, or low humidity cause buds to drop before opening; keep the plant in a stable, warm, draught-free position and maintain humidity above 60%.
Why is my tweedie's lipstick plant spider mites in dry conditions?
Low indoor humidity encourages red spider mites, which cause fine stippling on leaves; raise humidity, wash foliage with a damp cloth, and apply a suitable miticide if the infestation is heavy.