How to tend a Heliconia bihai
Also known as: Heliconia bihai J.Mill., Strelitzia regalis Salisb., Strelitzia reginae var. flava Gouas, Strelitzia reginae subsp. latifolia Maire & Weiller
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Water thoroughly when soil surface is dry
Sunlight
Likes moderate sunshine and shade environments, avoid strong direct light
Soil
Peat or soil with specific nutrients
Fertilizer
Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply once every 10-15 days in spring and autumn
Pruning
Remove old, diseased, dead leaves and withered flowers timely
About this plant
- Origin
- Brazil
- Category
- Musaceae, Heliconia
- Size
- Diameter ⥠10 cm, height ⥠15 cm
- Blooming period
- Viewing period two months
- Flower colors
- Bract red, flower color yellow
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