Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Heliconiaceae

Genus:

Heliconia

Species:

Heliconia vaginalis

Growth Characteristics

Height:

6-8 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Colors:

orange, red, yellow

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments