Heliconia Rostrata - Rhizome
Heliconia Rostrata - Rhizome
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Bring a touch of the tropics to your garden with Heliconia rostrata, famous for its dramatic hanging lobster claw flowers in vibrant red, yellow, and green shades. This spectacular plant grows from a rhizome and produces long, paddle-shaped lush green leaves, making it a bold centerpiece for gardens, patios, and tropical-themed landscapes.
Perfect for warm Indian climates, Heliconia rostrata thrives in rich soil with good sunlight and humidity. It's a fast grower once established and rewards gardeners with months of striking, bird-attracting blooms.
Why You’ll Love It:
– Grows the iconic hanging lobster claw flowers
– Thrives in warm, tropical climates
– Easy to grow from rhizome and fast to establish
– Ideal for gardens, borders, and large pots
– Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies (where present)
Size
Size
1 Healthy Heliconia rostrata rhizome ready for planting
Light
Light
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight or partial sun. Tolerates full sun in humid regions but benefits from some afternoon shade in very hot climates.
Water
Water
Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during the growing season. Reduce watering slightly in winter.
Growing Media
Growing Media
Heliconia rostrata thrives in rich, moist but well-draining soil:
– 40% Garden soil
– 30% Cocopeat
– 20% Compost or aged cow dung
– 10% Sand or perlite for drainage
This mix ensures vigorous root growth and supports lush flowering.
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We ship our plants in weekdays ie. monday to friday. We avoid weekends because we don't want our parcel to get stucked at the postal office. Processing depends on several factors like the type of plant, when you order it etc.
Standard shipping takes 4-6 days to reach, but it may vary during the holiday seasons and your location.
If your plant arrives damaged or is in poor condition, it has to be
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about our Replacement/ Return policy.
Where do you ship from?
Most of the plants get shipped from Pune, Kerala & Assam.
Cancellation policy
Orders are dispatched within 5 working days. Cancellations will be considered only if the cancellation request is made within 24 hours of placing an order.
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