Heliconia xanthovillosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
xanthovillosa
ID:
440061
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.J.Kress
Source:
wcs
Year:
1981
Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 62: 253 (1981)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000439393
Common Names
- Heliconia xanthovillosa
- Yellow-Hairy Heliconia
- Yellow-Hairy Lobster-Claw
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- Heliconia dressleriana Abalo & Antonio [unknown]
Description
Heliconia xanthovillosa (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 xanthovillosa 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 xanthovillosa 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 xanthovillosa 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 xanthovillosa
Heliconia xanthovillosa is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.
Heliconia xanthovillosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Heliconia xanthovillosa?
Heliconia xanthovillosa
What is the natural habitat of Heliconia xanthovillosa?
Heliconia xanthovillosa is found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America.
What are the blooming periods of Heliconia xanthovillosa?
Heliconia xanthovillosa 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-248664: Based on the initial data import
W. John Kress (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.J.Kress' in the authors string.