Heliconia angusta

Dwarf Heliconia

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Tropical perennial shrub with vibrant bracts resembling parrot beaks and broad banana-like leaves; requires high humidity and bright light for optimal flowering.
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Plant Details

Common Name Dwarf Heliconia
Family Heliconiaceae
Genus Heliconia
Species Angusta
Origin Tropical Americas
Blooming Year-round in tropics, spring to autumn indoors
Leaf Color Deep green with colorful bracts
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich organic potting mix with perlite for drainage, slightly acidic pH (5.5-6.5)

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; high humidity required via misting or pebble tray

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full sun; direct morning sun preferred indoors during winter

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring-Summer)

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Pruning

Remove spent bracts and dead leaves to encourage new growth

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
60% – 95%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
40% – 75%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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