Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
regalis
ID:
439348

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Andersson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Fl. Ecuador 22(221): 52. 1985

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438680

Common Names

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

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Description

Heliconia regalis (also called Lobster Claw, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Heliconiaceae. It is native to Central and South America, and it grows in tropical forests and disturbed areas. It has red and yellow flowers and large leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia regalis 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 flowers of Heliconia regalis 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia regalis 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 regalis

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

Heliconia regalis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia regalis?

Heliconia regalis

What is the common name of Heliconia regalis?

Royal Heliconia

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia regalis?

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-248555: Based on the initial data import
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.