Heliconia bihai x marginata Rauliniana 'Rauliniana' (Heliconia Paradise)

A very upright growing heliconia, rauliniana has red/yellow bracts the twist as they open. Inflorescence consisting of 10 to 15 spirally arranged bracts. It is a strong grower, and blooms freely in warmer months.

What makes Heliconia bihai x marginata Rauliniana distinctive?

Heliconia bihai x marginata Rauliniana grows as a vigorous clumping hybrid with tall, sturdy shoots and broad evergreen foliage that creates a dramatic vertical accent. Its inflorescences rise above the leaves and display prominent bracts in bright tones typical of bihai-lineage heliconias, enhanced by the marginata parentage that contributes crisp contrasting edges and refined color definition. The plant thrives in full sun to light shade with steady warmth, high humidity, and regular moisture in rich, well-drained soil. It performs reliably in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 10-11, where it remains frost-free; brief chills below this range can damage young shoots, so protection is recommended in marginal climates. In suitable warm regions it becomes a dominant structural feature, producing bold seasonal displays typical of large hybrid heliconias.