Heliconia psittacorum L.f.
Parrot's beak
tropical rhizomatous perennial growing 1-2 m tall leaves lanceolate to elliptic 1-15 m tall, similar to banana leaves flowers long-lasting and highly ornamental, large thick , colored bracts resemble bird beaks, or parrots, The actual, smaller, and delicate flowers are tucked inside these waxy bracts, which are typically red, yellow, orange, pink, or green
ornamental flowers. medicinal. landscaping. cut flower. It thrives in wet, tropical environments, often used near streams and waterways for natural water purification. Heliconia, help mitigate climate change.
The plant has an extensive, hardy rhizomatous root system that stabilizes soil, making it effective for preventing soil loss and protecting landscapes on slopes or near water bodies.
Heliconia swartziana Roem & schult
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