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Lobster Claw

Heliconia Schiedeana

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Overview

Heliconia schiedeana, commonly known as Lobster Claw, is a tropical perennial boasting showy, pendulous inflorescences resembling lobster claws. It flourishes in USDA zones 10-12, preferring partial shade and rich, moist soil. This striking plant reaches 3-6 feet in height with a spread of 2-4 feet. Ideal for accentuating a tropical theme, its vibrant yellow to red bracts bloom from summer to fall, attracting hummingbirds and providing dramatic visual interest.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 9–10Climate Subtropical
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — commonly known as Lobster Claw

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Mature height
6–8 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Heliconiaceae
Climate
Subtropical

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Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — is a tropical perennial boasting showy; with a spread of 2 to 3 feet
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — It flourishes in USDA zones 10-12, preferring partial shade and rich, moist soil; pendulous inflorescences resembling
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — Ideal for accentuating a tropical theme; it is essential to maintain a soil pH between 5.5 and 6.5.<br><br>Regular
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — This striking plant reaches 3-6 feet in height with a spread of 2-4 feet; is a tropical perennial famed for its striking
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — attracting hummingbirds and providing dramatic visual interest; commonly known as the Lobster Claw
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — its vibrant yellow to red bracts bloom from summer to fall; is a tropical perennial boasting showy
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — commonly known as the Lobster Claw; consistent watering promotes lush foliage and ensures prolific blooming
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — with a spread of 2 to 3 feet; attracting hummingbirds and providing dramatic visual interest
Lobster Claw (Heliconia Schiedeana) — is a tropical perennial famed for its striking inflorescences that resemble the shape of a lobster's claw; commonly known

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Hanging Lobster Claw (Heliconia Rostrata) — This eye-catching plant reaches up to 3-5 feet tall, with each flower around 12-30 inches long

Hanging Lobster Claw

Heliconia Rostrata

Full · Zones 10–11