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Parrot's Beak

Heliconia psittacorum

Taxonomy

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

About

Heliconia psittacorum (parrot's beak, parakeet flower, parrot's flower, parrot's plantain, false bird-of-paradise) is a perennial herb native to the Caribbean and South America. It is considered native to French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, Venezuela, Colombia, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Panama and Trinidad & Tobago. It is reportedly naturalized in Gambia, Thailand, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, Jamaica and the Lesser Antilles. It is often cultivated as a tropical ornamental plant in regions outside its native range.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Parrot's Beak?
The scientific name of Parrot's Beak is Heliconia psittacorum.
What kingdom does Parrot's Beak belong to?
Parrot's Beak belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Parrot's Beak belong to?
Parrot's Beak belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Parrot's Beak belong to?
Parrot's Beak belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does Parrot's Beak belong to?
Parrot's Beak belongs to the order Zingiberales.
What family does Parrot's Beak belong to?
Parrot's Beak belongs to the family Heliconiaceae.
What genus does Parrot's Beak belong to?
Parrot's Beak belongs to the genus Heliconia.