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Heliconia

هيليكونيا

Heliconia spp.

Lobster-claw bracts in fiery colours.

Approximate price: From SAR 28 / 1 stem
Vase life: 10-14 days with proper care
Availability: Available year-round
Fragrance: None

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In Riyadh, keep flowers cool and away from direct sun or air-conditioning, and refresh the water regularly.

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Origin & meaning

Usual origin

Thailand · Malaysia · Colombia

Meaning

Bold ambition.

Stem characteristics

Head size: Extra large, approx. 15-25 cm
Stem length: 60-100 cm
Role in arrangement: Secondary
Recorded colours: Red, Orange, Yellow

Arrangement recommendations

Best uses

Large statement arrangements
Corporate arrangements
Vase arrangements

Flower & greenery pairings

Tropical statement stems for lobbies and tall floor vases.

Bird of Paradise
Anthurium
Monstera Leaf
Ginger (Alpinia)

Suitable palettes & moods

Garden style
Wild / Natural

Care

Stem trimming

Recut the ends at an angle with a clean tool.

Water

Use clean water and keep leaves above the waterline.

Placement

Keep cool, away from direct sunlight and heat.

Water changes

Refresh the water regularly and keep the vase clean.

Recorded varieties

Rostrata Heliconia

SAR 28 / 1 stem

Sexy Pink Heliconia

SAR 35 / 1 stem

Pendant pink bracts; a showpiece.

Caribaea Heliconia

SAR 45 / 1 stem

An upright tropical stem with red bracts edged in yellow, used for bold tall arrangements.