Heliconia triflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
triflora
ID:
439913
Status:
valid
Authors:
Barreiros
Source:
wcs
Year:
1971
Citation Micro:
Rodriguésia 26(38): 128. 1971
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439245
Common Names
- Heliconia triflora
- Tricolor Heliconia
- Lobster Claw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia triflora (also called False Bird of Paradise, Parrot's Beak, and Lobster Claw, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and bright red and yellow flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, often growing in wet areas.
Uses & Benefits
Heliconia triflora is an ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used medicinally, as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic. The plant is also known for its fragrant flowers and its ability to attract birds and other wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heliconia triflora has yellow and red flowers with yellow anthers and a white stigma. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Heliconia triflora is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.
Where to Find Heliconia triflora
Heliconia triflora can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.
Heliconia triflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia triflora?
Heliconia triflora
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia triflora?
Heliconia triflora is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What are the blooming periods of Heliconia triflora?
Heliconia triflora blooms from late spring to early summer.
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-248640: Based on the initial data import
Humberto de Souza Barreiros (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barreiros' in the authors string.