Status:
valid
Authors:
Abalo & G.Morales
Source:
wcs
Year:
1982
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 51(1): 42. 1982
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438106
Common Names
- Heliconia luteoviridis
- Luteoviridis Heliconia
- Heliconia Luteoviridis
Description
Heliconia luteoviridis (also called Long-flowered Heliconia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial plant that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Central and South America, and is often found in tropical rainforests and other humid habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Heliconia luteoviridis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heliconia luteoviridis has large, yellow flowers that are clustered together in large, dense spikes. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Heliconia luteoviridis can be propagated by division or stem cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, but prefers temperatures between 65-85°F (18-29°C). It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Heliconia luteoviridis
Heliconia luteoviridis can be found in Central and South America.
Heliconia luteoviridis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia luteoviridis?
Heliconia luteoviridis
What is the common name of Heliconia luteoviridis?
Yellow-green Heliconia
What is the family of Heliconia luteoviridis?
Heliconiaceae
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
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.