Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Zingiberales
Genus:
Species:
kautzkiana
ID:
438569

Status:
valid

Authors:
Emygdio & E.Santos

Source:
wcs

Year:
1987

Citation Micro:
Bradea 4: 350 (1987)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000437901

Common Names

  • Heliconia kautzkiana
  • Lobster Claw
  • Parrot's Beak

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Description

Heliconia kautzkiana (also called Kautzk's Heliconia, among many other common names) is a herbaceous perennial native to South America. It typically grows up to 1.5 m tall and has a clumping habit. The leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. It is found in moist, well-drained soils in tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Heliconia kautzkiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in the production of essential oils, which are used in aromatherapy and other medicinal applications. The plant has several benefits, including being an effective insect repellent, being a source of antioxidants, and having anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Heliconia kautzkiana has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered together in the leaf axils. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Heliconia kautzkiana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can grow up to 10 feet (3 m) tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 70°F (21°C). Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood in the summer and rooted in a mixture of sand and peat.

Where to Find Heliconia kautzkiana

Heliconia kautzkiana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Heliconia kautzkiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heliconia kautzkiana?

Heliconia kautzkiana

What are the common uses of Heliconia kautzkiana?

Heliconia kautzkiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

What is the natural habitat of Heliconia kautzkiana?

Heliconia kautzkiana is native to tropical regions of South America.

Species in the Heliconia genus

Heliconia abaloi, Heliconia acuminata, Heliconia adflexa, Heliconia aemygdiana, Heliconia albicosta, Heliconia angelica, Heliconia angusta, Heliconia antioquiensis, Heliconia apparicioi, Heliconia arrecta, Heliconia atratensis, Heliconia atropurpurea, Heliconia aurantiaca, Heliconia aurea, Heliconia auriculata, Heliconia badilloi, Heliconia barryana, Heliconia beckneri, Heliconia bella, Heliconia berriziana, Heliconia berryi, Heliconia bihai, Heliconia boultoniana, Heliconia bourgaeana, Heliconia brachyantha, Heliconia brenneri, Heliconia burleana, Heliconia calatheaphylla, Heliconia caquetensis, Heliconia carajaensis, Heliconia caribaea, Heliconia carmelae, Heliconia chartacea, Heliconia chrysocraspeda, Heliconia clinophila, Heliconia colgantea, Heliconia collinsiana, Heliconia combinata, Heliconia cordata, Heliconia crassa, Heliconia cristata, Heliconia cucullata, Heliconia curtispatha, Heliconia danielsiana, Heliconia darienensis, Heliconia dasyantha, Heliconia densiflora, Heliconia dielsiana, Heliconia donstonea, Heliconia episcopalis,

Species in the Heliconiaceae family

Heliconia abaloi, Heliconia acuminata, Heliconia adflexa, Heliconia aemygdiana, Heliconia albicosta, Heliconia angelica, Heliconia angusta, Heliconia antioquiensis, Heliconia apparicioi, Heliconia arrecta, Heliconia atratensis, Heliconia atropurpurea, Heliconia aurantiaca, Heliconia aurea, Heliconia auriculata, Heliconia badilloi, Heliconia barryana, Heliconia beckneri, Heliconia bella, Heliconia berriziana, Heliconia berryi, Heliconia bihai, Heliconia boultoniana, Heliconia bourgaeana, Heliconia brachyantha, Heliconia brenneri, Heliconia burleana, Heliconia calatheaphylla, Heliconia caquetensis, Heliconia carajaensis, Heliconia caribaea, Heliconia carmelae, Heliconia chartacea, Heliconia chrysocraspeda, Heliconia clinophila, Heliconia colgantea, Heliconia collinsiana, Heliconia combinata, Heliconia cordata, Heliconia crassa, Heliconia cristata, Heliconia cucullata, Heliconia curtispatha, Heliconia danielsiana, Heliconia darienensis, Heliconia dasyantha, Heliconia densiflora, Heliconia dielsiana, Heliconia donstonea, Heliconia episcopalis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-248444: Based on the initial data import
Luiz Emygdio de Mello Filho (1913-2002): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Emygdio' in the authors string.
Emília Albina Alves dos Santos (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Santos' in the authors string.