Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
villosa
ID:
439991

Status:
valid

Authors:
Klotzsch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1847

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 20: 463 (1847)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439323

Common Names

  • Heliconia villosa
  • Hairy Heliconia
  • Hairy Lobster-Claw

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Synonyms

  • Bihai villosa Kuntze [unknown]

Description

Heliconia villosa (also called 'Hairy 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 villosa 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Heliconia villosa var. villosa
Heliconia villosa var. pittieri Barreiros

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliconia villosa 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia villosa 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 villosa

Heliconia villosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Heliconia villosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia villosa?

Heliconia villosa

What is the common name of Heliconia villosa?

Villosa Heliconia

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia villosa?

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,

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