Heliconia Lobster-claw

Heliconia rostrata (Hanging Lobster Claw) is a tropical, rhizomatous perennial known for its dramatic, cascading red and yellow bracts that resemble claws. Thriving in warm, humid, and sunny to partially shaded spots, it reaches 1.5–2.5 meters in height. It requires moist, rich, well-drained soil, making it ideal for tropical gardens or as a dramatic, long-lasting cut flower.

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: 500-650/= (2-5 ft)