Heliconia rauliniana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rauliniana
ID:
439338
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barreiros
Source:
wcs
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Bradea 1(45): 453, figs. 1974
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438670
Common Names
- Rauliniana Heliconia
- Rauliniana Lobster-Claw
- Rauliniana False Bird-of-Paradise
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia rauliniana (also called Raulin'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 rauliniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Heliconia rauliniana 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliconia rauliniana 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 rauliniana
Heliconia rauliniana is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Heliconia rauliniana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia rauliniana?
Heliconia rauliniana
What is the common name of Heliconia rauliniana?
Rauliniana Heliconia
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia rauliniana?
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-248553: Based on the initial data import
Humberto de Souza Barreiros (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barreiros' in the authors string.