Heliconia huilensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
huilensis
ID:
438419
Status:
valid
Authors:
Abalo & G.Morales
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 51(1): 36. 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437751
Common Names
- Huilen's Heliconia
- Huilen Heliconia
- Huilen's Lobster Claw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia huilensis (also called Huila Heliconia, among many other common names) is a flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen perennial with long, narrow, glossy green leaves and bright red flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical climates, and is often found in rainforests, near rivers, and in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Heliconia huilensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for livestock and as a source of fiber and dye.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heliconia huilensis is a yellow-green spathe with a red-orange bract. The seed is a three-angled, flattened, brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with long, narrow leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliconia huilensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in a sunny to partially shaded position. It is best grown in a sheltered position, protected from strong winds. It is best propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Heliconia huilensis
Heliconia huilensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.
Heliconia huilensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia huilensis?
Heliconia huilensis
What is the common name of Heliconia huilensis?
Huila Heliconia
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia huilensis?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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-248422: Based on the initial data import
G. Morales: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Morales' in the authors string.
José E. Abalo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abalo' in the authors string.