Heliconia Angusta
Background information:
Heliconia angusta is commonly called the Christmas heliconia because its red and white inflorescences usually emerge during the holiday season.This heliconia blooms in late fall/winter, gets to about 3-4 feet, likes rich organic soil and a partly sunny location.
Threats:
Heliconia is classified as vulnerable by the IUCN because their natural habitats have been converted to agricultural purposes.
Successes
We’ve got Heliconia “Red Christmas” blooming in 3 gallon pots at the nursery now- they grow well in pots (even indoors near a sunny window) and in the landscape.
Bibliography
Featured Plant: Heliconia Angusta “Red Christmas”
Exotica tropicals. Com
Written on December 5, 2012
Lives in southwestern Brazil