Heliconia wilsonii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wilsonii
ID:
440052
Status:
valid
Authors:
G.S.Daniels & F.G.Stiles
Source:
wcs
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Brenesia 15(Supl.): 46 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439384
Common Names
- Heliconia wilsonii
- Wilson's Heliconia
- Wilson's Lobster-Claw
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Heliconia wilsonii (also called 'Wilson's 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 wilsonii is used as an ornamental plant and can be grown in pots or hanging baskets. It is also used as a houseplant and is known for its bright and colorful flowers.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Heliconia wilsonii has large, bright yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are slender and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Heliconia wilsonii 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 wilsonii
Heliconia wilsonii is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Heliconia wilsonii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia wilsonii?
Heliconia wilsonii
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia wilsonii?
Heliconia wilsonii is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What are the blooming periods of Heliconia wilsonii?
Heliconia wilsonii 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-248663: Based on the initial data import
Gilbert S. Daniels: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.S.Daniels' in the authors string.
F. Gary Stiles (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Stiles' in the authors string.