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Heliconia schiedeana - Lobster Claw, Parrot's Beak

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Heliconia schiedeana is an eye-catching tropical plant, often recognized by its playful aliases, Lobster Claw or Parrot's Beak. This flamboyant beauty proffers a vivid display of claw-like blooms in warm hues of reds and oranges, capturing the same effervescence that both its names signify. With an impressive height ranging between 3 to 8 feet, this perennial flaunts its sizeable, elongated leaves, adding a majestic green backdrop to its fiery floral display. While it thrives under full sun to partial shade, its thirst necessitates moderate to high water usage. But the show doesn't stop at sunset; the Heliconia schiedeana doubles as a bustling hummingbird hub, making it not only a beaming centerpiece for your landscape but also a lively sanctuary for these enchanting creatures. Embrace Heliconia schiedeana in your garden and unbox a slice of the tropics right at your doorstep.

  • Size: 3 to 8 feet tall
  • Flowers: Brightly colored claw-like flowers in shades of red and orange
  • Foliage: Large, elongated tropical leaves
  • Water usage: Moderate to High
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Wildlife: Frequently visited by hummingbirds
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