Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
gigantea
ID:
438310

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.Kress & Betancur

Source:
wcs

Year:
1993

Citation Micro:
Caldasia 17: 188 (1993)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437642

Common Names

  • Gigantic Heliconia
  • Gigante Heliconia
  • Gigante's Lobster Claw

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Description

Heliconia gigantea (also called Giant Heliconia, among many other common names) is a perennial plant native to Central and South America. It is a tall plant with large, paddle-shaped leaves and long, colorful bracts. The leaves are green in color and have a waxy texture. The plant produces small, yellow flowers in the summer. It is found in tropical rainforests and wet, humid areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia gigantea 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 flowers of Heliconia gigantea are large, yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia gigantea is a perennial plant that is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rhizomes. The plant prefers a moist, well-drained soil and a warm, humid climate. It should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Heliconia gigantea

Heliconia gigantea is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Heliconia gigantea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia gigantea?

Heliconia gigantea

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia gigantea?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average height of Heliconia gigantea?

2-3 meters

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-248406: Based on the initial data import
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.
Julio Betancur (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Betancur' in the authors string.