Helconia Rubra Plant
Heliconia Rubra produces striking red and yellow flowers, known for their ornamental value and medicinal uses in traditional remedies.
Habit
Herbaceous
Height
5-10 ft
Growth
Moderate to fast
Soil
Well-drained, loam
Shade
Partial shade
Moisture
Moderate moisture
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes
Origin
S. America
Climatic Condition
Tropical
Temperature (°)
20-35°C
Humidity (%)
60-90
Potting media
Peat, compost
Fertilizers
Organic
Watering
Regular
Plant Weight
3-8 kg
Flowering Time
Year-round
Soil Ph level
5.5-7.0
Water Ph level
6.0-7.5
Soil EC
1.0-1.3
Yield Per Plant
Ornamental
NPK ratio
14:14:14
life Span
5-20 years
Health Benefits
Tropical flower, attracts pollinators
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
40% peat moss, 40% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 2–3 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Common Diseases
Rust, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Mealybugs
Symptoms
Brown pustules, yellowing, sticky residue
Organic Remedies
Neem oil, prune infected leaves
In-Organic Remedies
Fungicides, systemic insecticides