Heliconia latispatha
Expanded Lobsterclaw
Also known as: Bihai latispatha (Benth.) Griggs +1 more
- Bihai latispatha (Benth.) Griggs
- Heliconia aequatoriensis Loes.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Heliconiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.
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Heliconia latispatha (commonly known as Expanded Lobsterclaw) is a rhizomatous plant within the Heliconiaceae family. It originates in North America and South America. In its natural range, this species typically occurs in wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA, SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Mexico, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Belize, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Bangladesh, Florida, Hawaii, Jamaica, Zaïre