Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
cucullata
ID:
438051

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.Kress & L.Andersson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Selbyana 11: 49 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437383

Common Names

  • Heliconia cucullata
  • Cucullata heliconia
  • Heliconia cucullata var. cucullata

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Description

Heliconia cucullata (also called Wild Plantain, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and bright red and yellow flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia cucullata is a plant that is used for ornamental purposes in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife. It is known to be a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliconia cucullata is a long, curved, yellow flower. The seed is small and black in color. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia cucullata is a tropical perennial with large, showy flowers. It is native to Central and South America and prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division in the spring or by seed. Cuttings can also be taken in the summer.

Where to Find Heliconia cucullata

Heliconia cucullata can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Heliconia cucullata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia cucullata?

Heliconia cucullata

What type of plant is Heliconia cucullata?

Tropical perennial

What is the optimal soil type for Heliconia cucullata?

Organic-rich, moist soil

Species in the Heliconia genus

Heliconia abaloi, Heliconia acuminata, Heliconia adflexa, Heliconia aemygdiana, Heliconia albicosta, Heliconia angelica, Heliconia angusta, Heliconia antioquiensis, Heliconia apparicioi, Heliconia arrecta, Heliconia atratensis, Heliconia atropurpurea, Heliconia aurantiaca, Heliconia aurea, Heliconia auriculata, Heliconia badilloi, Heliconia barryana, Heliconia beckneri, Heliconia bella, Heliconia berriziana, Heliconia berryi, Heliconia bihai, Heliconia boultoniana, Heliconia bourgaeana, Heliconia brachyantha, Heliconia brenneri, Heliconia burleana, Heliconia calatheaphylla, Heliconia caquetensis, Heliconia carajaensis, Heliconia caribaea, Heliconia carmelae, Heliconia chartacea, Heliconia chrysocraspeda, Heliconia clinophila, Heliconia colgantea, Heliconia collinsiana, Heliconia combinata, Heliconia cordata, Heliconia crassa, Heliconia cristata, Heliconia cucullata, Heliconia curtispatha, Heliconia danielsiana, Heliconia darienensis, Heliconia dasyantha, Heliconia densiflora, Heliconia dielsiana, Heliconia donstonea, Heliconia episcopalis,

Species in the Heliconiaceae family

Heliconia abaloi, Heliconia acuminata, Heliconia adflexa, Heliconia aemygdiana, Heliconia albicosta, Heliconia angelica, Heliconia angusta, Heliconia antioquiensis, Heliconia apparicioi, Heliconia arrecta, Heliconia atratensis, Heliconia atropurpurea, Heliconia aurantiaca, Heliconia aurea, Heliconia auriculata, Heliconia badilloi, Heliconia barryana, Heliconia beckneri, Heliconia bella, Heliconia berriziana, Heliconia berryi, Heliconia bihai, Heliconia boultoniana, Heliconia bourgaeana, Heliconia brachyantha, Heliconia brenneri, Heliconia burleana, Heliconia calatheaphylla, Heliconia caquetensis, Heliconia carajaensis, Heliconia caribaea, Heliconia carmelae, Heliconia chartacea, Heliconia chrysocraspeda, Heliconia clinophila, Heliconia colgantea, Heliconia collinsiana, Heliconia combinata, Heliconia cordata, Heliconia crassa, Heliconia cristata, Heliconia cucullata, Heliconia curtispatha, Heliconia danielsiana, Heliconia darienensis, Heliconia dasyantha, Heliconia densiflora, Heliconia dielsiana, Heliconia donstonea, Heliconia episcopalis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-248362: Based on the initial data import
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.