Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
sessilis
ID:
439644

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.J.Kress

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 62: 251 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438976

Common Names

  • Heliconia Sessilis
  • Sessile Heliconia
  • Sessile Lobster Claw

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Description

Heliconia sessilis (also called Parrot's Beak, False Bird of Paradise, and Wild Plantain, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It has long, lance-shaped leaves and bright red and yellow flowers. It typically grows in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and near rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia sessilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a food source for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Heliconia sessilis has bright yellow and red flowers. Seed: The seeds are small, black and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia sessilis is a tropical plant native to Central and South America. It is a fast-growing, upright plant that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It is best grown in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done through division of the rhizomes, which should be done in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a potting mix that is well-draining.

Where to Find Heliconia sessilis

Heliconia sessilis can be found in Central and South America.

Heliconia sessilis FAQ

What is the common name of Heliconia sessilis?

Parrot's Beak

What is the hardiness zone of Heliconia sessilis?

10-11

What is the best soil type for Heliconia sessilis?

Fertile, moist soil

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-248598: Based on the initial data import
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.