Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
irrasa
ID:
438514

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.R.Sm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 30: 66 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437846

Common Names

  • Heliconia
  • Parrot's Beak
  • Lobster Claw

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Synonyms

  • Heliconia irrasa glabra G.S.Daniels & F.G.Stiles [unknown]
  • Heliconia irrasa undulata G.S.Daniels & F.G.Stiles [unknown]
  • Heliconia irrasa undulata G.S.Daniels & F.G.Stiles [unknown]
  • Heliconia undulata (G.S.Daniels & F.G.Stiles) L.Andersson [unknown]
  • Heliconia irrasa irrasa [unknown]
  • Heliconia irrasa irrasa [unknown]

Description

Heliconia irrasa (also called False Bird of Paradise, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and colorful bracts that make up its inflorescence. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia irrasa 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

Heliconia irrasa has large, yellow flowers that produce small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia irrasa is an evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It is hardy in USDA Zones 10 to 12 and prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Heliconia irrasa

Heliconia irrasa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Heliconia irrasa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia irrasa?

Heliconia irrasa

What are the common uses of Heliconia irrasa?

Heliconia irrasa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia irrasa?

Heliconia irrasa is native to tropical regions of 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-248437: Based on the initial data import
Robert Roy Smith (1934-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Sm.' in the authors string.