Heliconia metallica

                A Heliconia species which is mainly grown for its foliage.

                Leaves do have a white midrib on upper surface and are maroon below. This plant is

                "cannoid" which means leaves are arranged like on Canna a relative of Heliconia.

                Inflorescence consisting of 5 to 7 bracts, red to greenish red. Blooming all year.

                Growing 4' to 8' high in full sun to 60% of shade.

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