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Heliconia aurantiaca
Scientific Name: Heliconia aurantiaca
Family: Heliconiaceae
Category: Monocot
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Heliconia aurantiaca
Heliconia aurantiaca, also known as Aurantic Heliconia or Platanillo, is a captivating species within the Heliconiaceae family.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Heliconia aurantiaca Ghiesbr. ex Lem.
- Family: Heliconiaceae
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Rank: Species
- Synonyms:
- Bihai aurantiaca (Ghiesbr. ex Lem.) Griggs
- Bihai choconiana (S. Watson) Griggs
- Heliconia brevispatha Hook.
- Heliconia choconiana S. Watson
Distribution and Habitat
Heliconia aurantiaca is native to a range spanning from southeastern Mexico through Central America, with sightings also reported in South America.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Typically grows as a small shrub, reaching heights of 2 to 5 feet.
- Characterized as a rhizomatous perennial.
- Features oblong or narrowly elliptic, dark green leaf-blades.
- Produces erect, dense inflorescences with orange bracts and yellow flowers.
- Possesses ginger-like plants.
Ecological Role
It's known to attract pollinators.
Quirky Facts
- The plant's name was initially described by Auguste Boniface Ghiesbreght, but it was Charles Lemaire who validly published it.
Further Information
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
- Encyclopedia of Life
- International Plant Names Index