Heliconia Rostrata Live Rhizomes – Set of 2
Heliconia Rostrata Live Rhizomes – Set of 2 | Hanging Lobster Claw | Tropical Flowering Plant | Red Yellow Blooms | Zones 9–11
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Back to buying optionsHeliconia Rostrata Live Rhizomes – Set of 2 | Hanging Lobster Claw | Tropical Flowering Plant | Red Yellow Blooms | Zones 9–11
Bring an exotic tropical look to your garden with this set of 2 live Heliconia rostrata rhizomes. Also known as Hanging Lobster Claw or False Bird of Paradise, Heliconia rostrata is prized for its spectacular pendant flower bracts in vibrant red and yellow tones. These tropical perennials grow from rhizomes and develop lush, banana-like foliage before producing their distinctive hanging flowers when mature. The rhizomes are carefully prepared for shipping and are suitable for warm-climate gardens, large containers, patios, and greenhouse growing.
You will receive:
✔️ 2 live Heliconia rostrata rhizomes
✔️ Healthy starter rhizomes ready for planting
✔️ Carefully trimmed and cleaned for shipping
✔️ Tropical perennial flowering plant
✔️ Red and yellow pendant bracts when mature
✔️ Suitable for gardens or large containers
✔️ Excellent hummingbird and pollinator plant
✔️ Carefully packaged to help protect rhizomes during transit
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Hanging Lobster Claw / False Bird of Paradise
Botanical Name: Heliconia rostrata
Plant Type: Tropical perennial flowering plant
Growth Stage: Live starter rhizome
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; 6+ hours of light is beneficial
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter
Watering: Regular; keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
Mature Height: Approximately 6–8 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast in warm conditions
USDA Zones: 9–11
Container Friendly: Yes, use a large container with adequate drainage
💡 Care Tip: Plant your Heliconia rhizomes in rich, well-draining soil and keep the growing medium consistently moist without allowing it to become waterlogged. Warmth, humidity, and good airflow encourage healthy growth. Feed monthly during active growth and apply mulch around outdoor plants to help retain moisture. In cooler climates, grow in a large container and move the plant to a protected location before frost.
