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Heliconia rostrata
Heliconia rostrata (Lobster claw, False-bird-of-paradise) is an herbaceous perennial native to the north western region of South America. Other Heliconias grow in the upright position (Heliconia caribaea), their cup-shaped flowers storing water for birds and insects. This plant, however, has downward-facing flowers, and provides a source of nectar to birds.
native to the north western region of South America
@ Palenque Ruins Archeological Zone the national flower of Bolivia.
Spotted on Mar 13, 2012
Submitted on Apr 22, 2012
