Heliconia bihai (Macaw Flower) - Image 3

Botanical names: Heliconia bihai, Bihai bihai, Heliconia humilis

Common name: Macaw Flower

Family: Heliconiaceae

Origin: Central America, Caribbean

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyRed, crimson, vinous flowersOrnamental foliagePlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirds
Heliconia bihai (Macaw Flower) yellow and orange flower close up between lush green leaves.
Heliconia bihai (Macaw Flower) with pointed yellow and orange bracts among tall green stems.


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