Heliconia
Heliconia psittacorum
💧 Watering
Every 2–3 days, keep soil consistently moist
☀️ Light
Full sun to bright indirect light
💦 Humidity
High (60%+)
🌡️ Temperature
65–95°F (18–35°C)
Soil
Rich, well-draining potting mix
✨ Fertilizing
Monthly with balanced fertilizer
🪴 Repotting
Every 1–2 years
About Heliconia
Spectacular tropical plant with exotic lobster claw-shaped flower bracts in vivid reds, oranges, and yellows.
Care tips
- Needs consistent heat and humidity to bloom
- Cut flowers last very long in a vase
- Spreads by rhizomes to form clumps