Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
necrobracteata
ID:
438967

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.Kress

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 62: 248 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438299

Common Names

  • Necrobracteata Heliconia
  • Necrobracteata Lobster-Claw
  • Necrobracteata False Bird-of-Paradise

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Description

Heliconia necrobracteata (also called Necrobract 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 red flowers. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical regions, in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia necrobracteata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliconia necrobracteata 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia necrobracteata is a tropical perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sheltered location. Division can be done in spring or autumn. Plants should be spaced 1-2 feet apart.

Where to Find Heliconia necrobracteata

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

Heliconia necrobracteata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia necrobracteata?

Heliconia necrobracteata

What is the common name of Heliconia necrobracteata?

Black Bract Heliconia

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia necrobracteata?

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-248502: Based on the initial data import
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.