Heliconia riopalenquensis

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 7'-12'
W: 5'-10'

planting zones

10a-11

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Heliconia riopalenquensis plant details

Heliconia riopalenquensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer cream and red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliconia riopalenquensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: heliconiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 7 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rare, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliconia riopalenquensis

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a beautiful pendant Heliconia with bright red inflorescence with cream colored bract tips. It grows to about 7 ft maximum and blooms well in containers. It is native to Equador and is still quite rare in cultivation.

By: Tejas Tropicals

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Gardening facts about Heliconia riopalenquensis plant

How to Grow Heliconia riopalenquensis

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- red
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous

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