Heliconia collinsiana (Hanging Heliconia)
Heliconia collinsiana (Hanging Heliconia) with long red and yellow flower bracts drooping from wide leaves
Heliconia collinsiana
Botanical names: Heliconia collinsiana, Bihai collinsiana
Common names: Hanging Heliconia, Platanillo
Family: Heliconiaceae
Origin: Central America, Mexico
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Large bush
Mature height: 5-10 ft
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growingHeliconia collinsiana is a popular ornamental plant in hot regions with a humid climate. Waxy white stems and undersides of leaves with long, pendulous bracts of orange and red. The fruits are very attractive, first yellow, then becoming mature to a bright purple-blue color.
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Heliconia collinsiana (Hanging Heliconia) with hanging pink bracts protecting a cluster of small yellow fruit.
Heliconia collinsiana (Hanging Heliconia) with red bracts and yellow flower clusters hanging from sturdy stems.
Heliconia collinsiana (Hanging Heliconia) flower with long red pointed bracts and small yellow individual segments
Heliconia collinsiana (Hanging Heliconia) with yellow fruit hanging downward in a tight cluster.
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