Mayan Gold Heliconia Seeds (H. champneana)
Bring tropical elegance to your garden with Mayan Gold Heliconia, a rare "Lobster Claw" or "Parrot Beak" flower. Known for its vibrant yellow bracts and upright paddle-shaped leaves, this stunning plant thrives in warm climates and adds striking beauty to any landscape.
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Height: 6β7 ft.
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Zones: 9β11
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Light: Full sun to partial shade
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Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with organic matter and coarse sand
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Features: Evergreen in tropical climates, blooms MayβAugust (year-round in ideal conditions)
Care Instructions:
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Water: Keep soil evenly moist; water freely during growth and moderately in winter.
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Fertilizer: Use palm tree fertilizer regularly.
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Climate: Requires warmth and high humidity; tolerates subtropical conditions and light frost (top growth may die back but regrows in spring).
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Growing Tip: Thrives as a potted plant or in gardens with proper winter care to prevent rhizome damage.
This rare Heliconia champneana is perfect for tropical landscapes, screens, or as a greenhouse specimen. Its vivid bracts and lush foliage make it a showstopper in any setting!