Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
mooreana
ID:
438921

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.R.Sm. in McVaugh

Source:
wcs

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Fl. Novo-Galiciana 15: 83 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438253

Common Names

  • Moore's Heliconia
  • Moore's False Bird-of-Paradise
  • Moore's Wild Plantain

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Description

Heliconia mooreana (also called Moore's 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 produces bright yellow flowers. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia mooreana is an ornamental plant that is often used in tropical gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used medicinally to treat digestive conditions, as well as to reduce inflammation and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliconia mooreana has bright yellow flowers with a long, curved beak. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia mooreana is a tropical flowering plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in full sun or partial shade. It should be planted in a well-draining soil and watered regularly. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Heliconia mooreana

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

Heliconia mooreana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia mooreana?

Heliconia mooreana

What is the family of Heliconia mooreana?

Heliconiaceae

What is the common name of Heliconia mooreana?

Moore's Lobster Claw

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-248496: Based on the initial data import
Rogers McVaugh (1909-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McVaugh' in the authors string.
Robert Roy Smith (1934-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.R.Sm.' in the authors string.