Heliconia Latispatha

The Heliconia latispatha stands out with its dramatically twisted, spiraling rachis and vibrant orange to red bracts. This upright grower adds a dynamic, sculptural element to any tropical garden, drawing the eye upward with its graceful, zigzagging form. Whether used as a bold backdrop, a mass planting for dramatic effect, or a long-lasting cut flower, Heliconia latispatha delivers.

Ideal for:

• Premium tropical garden designs

• Resort and boutique hotel landscapes

• High-end residential estates

• Long-lasting, exotic cut flower displays

PLANT CARE AND PROPAGATION

• Light Preference: Full Sun, Semi-Shade

• Rootzone Tolerance:Moist Soils, Well-Drained Soils

• Water Preference: Moderate Water

• Plant Growth Rate: Fast

• Propagation Method: Division

• Fertilizer: Use blue granular fertilizer (නිල් කැට), Yaramila, or any other nitrogen-enriched fertilizer. Apply 5–10 grams per pot for small potted plants every 2–3 weeks, or approximately 100 grams per square meter for plants grown in the ground. It is important to use it in moderation to avoid over-fertilizing.

Price: 1500/= (4-6 ft)