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Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia

Heliconia rostrata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Zingiberales ›Family: Heliconiaceae ›Genus: Heliconia

About

Heliconia rostrata (also known as hanging lobster claw or false bird of paradise) is an herbaceous perennial native to Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, and Ecuador, and naturalized in Puerto Rico. Other Heliconias grow in the upright position (e.g. Heliconia bihai), their cup-shaped flower bracts storing water for birds and insects. This plant, however, has downward-facing flowers, the flowers thus providing a source of nectar to birds.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia?
The scientific name of Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia is Heliconia rostrata.
What kingdom does Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belong to?
Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belong to?
Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belong to?
Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belong to?
Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belongs to the order Zingiberales.
What family does Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belong to?
Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belongs to the family Heliconiaceae.
What genus does Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belong to?
Hanging Lobster Claw Heliconia belongs to the genus Heliconia.