The Heliconia rostrata, commonly known as Hanging Lobster Claw, is a striking tropical plant that produces cascading red and yellow bracts resembling lobster claws. This eye-catching plant adds a lush, exotic feel to any garden with its vibrant colours and architectural foliage. Its long-lasting flowers and bold presence make it an excellent feature plant in tropical or subtropical landscapes.
Growing Requirements:
Thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, well-drained soil. Requires regular watering to maintain its lush appearance. Prefers warm, humid conditions.
Unique Features:
Unique pendulous red and yellow bracts that can bloom for several weeks, adding a tropical flair to gardens.
Uses & Display Suggestions:
Perfect for tropical gardens, poolside planting, garden beds, or as a feature plant in large containers.
Light requirement: Full Sun and Part sun/part shade
Water requirement: Medium
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Soil: Rich, well-drained soil
Skill level: Intermediate
Growth rate: Intermediate
Suitable for containers: Yes
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Drought tolerance: Low
Frost tolerance: Low
Wind tolerance: Medium
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Suitable for shaping: No
Colour: Green
Variegation: No
Size: Large
Seasonality: Evergreen
Flowering: Yes; profuse/bright display
Flower colour: Red and Yellow
Flower fragrant: No
Flowering season: Spring to Autumn
Fruit: No
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