Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
ramonensis
ID:
439305

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.S.Daniels & F.G.Stiles

Source:
wcs

Year:
1979

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 15(Supl.): 39 (1979)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438637

Common Names

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

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Description

Heliconia ramonensis (also called Ramon's heliconia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has large, red flowers and large, oval leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and tropical woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia ramonensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Heliconia ramonensis var. ramonensis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heliconia ramonensis 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 ramonensis is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 2 m (6.6 ft) tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Heliconia ramonensis

Heliconia ramonensis is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.

Heliconia ramonensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia ramonensis?

Heliconia ramonensis

What is the common name of Heliconia ramonensis?

Ramonensis Heliconia

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia ramonensis?

Tropical rainforests and wet mountain forests

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-248548: Based on the initial data import
Gilbert S. Daniels: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Daniels' in the authors string.
F. Gary Stiles (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Stiles' in the authors string.