Heliconia collinsiana

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Heliconia collinsiana
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Liliopsida Order: Zingiberales Family: Heliconiaceae Genus: Heliconia Species: H. collinsiana
Binomial name
Heliconia collinsiana

Heliconia collinsiana Griggs (syn.: Bihai collinsiana Griggs) of Heliconiaceae family is an erect herb typically growing 10-15 foot tall, native to Guatemala.

[edit] Uses

It is a popular ornamental plant in hot regions with a humid climate. The fruits are very attractive, first yellow, then becoming mature to a bright purple-blue color. Can be cultivated outdoors in frost-free areas of Southern California. Grown usually in full sun to light shade (50% sun) and rich well-drained soils.

[edit] References

• (Portuguese) Lorenzi, H.; Souza, M.S. (2001) Plantas Ornamentais no Brasil: arbustivas, herbáceas e trepadeiras. Plantarum ISBN 85-86714-12-7

[edit] External links

• Heliconia collinsiana by Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden