Description
Heliconia psittacorum is one of the most popular type of Heliconia also known as Parakeet Flower, Parrots Beak, Parrots Flower and False Bird-of-Paradise.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Heliconia Psittacorum, Heliconia Lady Diana (Orange) - Plant |
| 2 | 6 inch (15 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
It is one that resembles most to the birds-of-paradise. It is an exotic, which blooms abundantly all year long.It has long pointed leaves which shiny green with a red edge. The leaves look similar to that of a banana.It is an exotic, which blooms abundantly all year long.
The flowers also make good cut flowe Very beautiful as a potted plant on the patio in a decorative container.Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 24 inch (61 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 7 inch (18 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Golden Torch |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 2 to 5 feet. |
| Flower Colour | Orange |
| Bloom Time | Spring,summer and fall. |
| Difficulty Level | Easy. |
Planting and care
Heliconia Psittacorum care
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Watering | Allow the soil to dry out upto top 2 inches before watering again. |
| Soil | Freely draining soils with high organic matter. |
| Temperature | The plant requires a hot atmosphere. |
| Fertilizer | This plant loves to be fed. Fertilize 3 times a year with a top quality granular fertilizer. Supplement feedings with regular applications of liquid fertilizer during warm months for heavier bloom. |
Heliconia Psittacorum special feature
Used as Bedding Plant, Container Plant, Cut flower Plant, Feature Plant, Ground cover Plant and Mixed Border Plant
Heliconia Psittacorum uses
Ornamental Use:
- The flowers make good cut flowers
- Very beautiful as a potted plant on the patio in a decorative container