Heliconia indica cv. Spectabilis # 2
One of the most attractive foliage plants of the Heliconia group is this variety
which we have called Heliconia cv. Spectabilis #2 because the real botanic name is uncertain.
Like Heliconia " Spectabilis " this plant prefers filtered sunlight and will grow best in half shade.
Dark green leaves display white and pink striations with pink midrib, while the undersides are
mostly maroon-pink.
Does most likely not grow as tall as "Spectabilis " and is harder to grow as it needs perfectly
well draining soil. Any over-watering and stagnant water will lead to the death of this showy
and uncommon Heliconia. Rhizomes are available in limited quantities.