Heliconia rostrata (Lobster Claw) - Video 1
Botanical names: Heliconia rostrata, Bihai rostrata
Common names: Lobster Claw, Parrot's beak
Family: Heliconiaceae
Origin: Central America
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-11
Cold tolerance: 30°F
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade; shade
Cold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular
Flower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Flood tolerance: HighHeliconia rostrata
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Lobster Claw, Parrot's beak. One of the most recognized and widely grown species, and one of the most beautiful. The inflorescence it produces is one of the most colorful you will ever encounter. The flowers last a long time and make an excellent cut flower. It is an easy grower in tropical areas but some room is required because the stalks can reach 7 feet in height. It can withstand temperatures in the high 20s. Can be grown in large pots
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
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SUNSHINE Robusta (NPK 2-1-3) - Vegetative Vigor Booster for every watering. Formulated especially for vegetative stage of plant development. Can be used for a quick build-up of vegetative growth, for establishing and recovering damaged plants that lost many leaves. This is an eco-friendly nutrition booster that can be used for edibles and organic gardens. Can be used for daily feeding with every watering. Scientifically-balanced stable formula is organic Amino-acid based and has NO EDTA chelators to eliminate nutrients lockup; it does not affect crop taste. Organic Amino acids greatly enhance stability of all Sunshine boosters and provide excellent absorption of trace elements. Pollinating insects friendly.Grown in
6"/1 gal or larger pot, large plant
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