Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
osaensis
ID:
439075

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cufod.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Arch. Bot. Sist. 9: 189 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438407

Common Names

  • Heliconia Osaensis
  • Osa Heliconia
  • Costa Rican Heliconia

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Description

Heliconia osaensis (also called 'Osa Heliconia', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a large, bright yellow and red inflorescence. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in wet and moist habitats such as rainforests and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia osaensis 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 flower of Heliconia osaensis is a bright yellow-orange color with a long curved shape. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and have a long, thin stem with a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia osaensis 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 osaensis

Heliconia osaensis can be found in Costa Rica.

Heliconia osaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia osaensis?

Heliconia osaensis

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia osaensis?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

What are the common names of Heliconia osaensis?

Osa Heliconia, Osa 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,

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