Heliconia paka - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
paka
ID:
439089
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.C.Sm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 37: 69 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438421
Common Names
- Heliconia Paka
- Paka Heliconia
- Tropical Heliconia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia paka (also called 'Paka 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 paka 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 paka 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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Heliconia paka 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 paka
Heliconia paka can be found in Central and South America.
Heliconia paka FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia paka?
Heliconia paka
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia paka?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
What are the common names of Heliconia paka?
Paka Heliconia, Paka 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-248518: Based on the initial data import
Albert Charles Smith (1906-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.C.Sm.' in the authors string.