Heliconia metallica
Shining Bird Of Paradise, Shining Bird Of Paradise
Also known as: Bihai metallica (Planch. & Linden ex Hook.) Kuntze +4 more
- Bihai metallica (Planch. & Linden ex Hook.) Kuntze
- Heliconia nana G.Rodr.
- Heliconia osaensis var. rubescens F.G.Stiles
- Heliconia vinosa W.Bull
- Heliconia vinosa W.Bull ex Ender
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Heliconiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a rhizomatous geophyte.
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Heliconia metallica (commonly known as Shining bird of paradise) is a rhizomatous plant within the Heliconiaceae family. It naturally occurs in South America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Brazil, Central America, Northern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Brazil North, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Honduras, 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)
Hawaii