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Hanging Lobster Claw

Heliconia Rostrata

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Overview

The Heliconia rostrata, or Hanging Lobster Claw, is a tropical perennial famous for its vibrant, claw-like inflorescences. This eye-catching plant reaches up to 3-5 feet tall, with each flower around 12-30 inches long. Thriving in zones 9b-11, it prefers partial shade and well-draining soil. Generous watering and high humidity replicate its native rainforest environment, ensuring a lush display for any exotic landscape centerpiece.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 10–11Climate Subtropical
Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — This eye-catching plant reaches up to 3-5 feet tall, with each flower around 12-30 inches long

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Mature height
10–15 Ft.
Mature width
10–15 Ft.

Classification

Family
Heliconiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Photos (125)

Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — offering a bold contrast against the lush green foliage; ensuring that seasonal frosts do not threaten, image 124
Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — lance-shaped leaves that can grow to a length of 2 to 3 feet; ensuring a lush display for any exotic, image 125
Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — this eye-catching plant is known for its vividly colored; ensuring that seasonal frosts do not threaten, image 120
Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — Originating from the rainforests of Central and South America; especially in regions that experience, image 119
Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — is a striking tropical perennial that brings an exotic splash to any landscape design; the distinctive, image 118

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