Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
signa-hispanica
ID:
439648

Status:
valid

Authors:
Abalo & G.Morales

Source:
wcs

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Phytologia 54(6): 428. 1983

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000438980

Common Names

  • Heliconia Signa-Hispanica
  • Signa-Hispanica Heliconia
  • Signa-Hispanica Lobster Claw

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Description

Heliconia signa-hispanica (also called Spanish Sign Heliconia, among many other common names) is an evergreen perennial with large, colorful bracts and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Central and South America and is found in tropical forests and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia signa-hispanica 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 signa-hispanica 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 signa-hispanica 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 signa-hispanica

Heliconia signa-hispanica can be found in Central and South America.

Heliconia signa-hispanica FAQ

What is the common name of Heliconia signa-hispanica?

Spanish Sign

What is the hardiness zone of Heliconia signa-hispanica?

10-11

What is the best soil type for Heliconia signa-hispanica?

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-248599: Based on the initial data import
G. Morales: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Morales' in the authors string.
José E. Abalo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Abalo' in the authors string.