Heliconia velutina - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
velutina
ID:
439977
Status:
valid
Authors:
L.Andersson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
Opera Bot. 82: 81 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439309
Common Names
- Heliconia velutina
- Velvet Heliconia
- Velvet Lobster-Claw
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Heliconia velutina (also called 'Velvet Heliconia', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Heliconiaceae family. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in wet forests, usually near streams or rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Heliconia velutina 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 velutina has large, bright red flowers with yellow centers and long, brown seed pods. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliconia velutina is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by division or seeds. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Heliconia velutina
Heliconia velutina is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Heliconia velutina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia velutina?
Heliconia velutina
What is the common name of Heliconia velutina?
Velutina Heliconia
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia velutina?
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-248652: Based on the initial data import
Lennart Andersson (1948-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Andersson' in the authors string.