Heliconia nickeriensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nickeriensis
ID:
438975
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maas & M.J.M.de Rooij
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 28: 91 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438307
Common Names
- Nickerniensis Heliconia
- Nickerniensis Lobster-Claw
- Nickerniensis False Bird-of-Paradise
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia nickeriensis (also called Nicker'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 nickeriensis 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
The flowers of Heliconia nickeriensis are large and yellow in color. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliconia nickeriensis 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 nickeriensis
Heliconia nickeriensis can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Heliconia nickeriensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia nickeriensis?
Heliconia nickeriensis
What is the common name of Heliconia nickeriensis?
Nickerie Heliconia
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia nickeriensis?
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-248503: Based on the initial data import
Paul Maas (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maas' in the authors string.