Heliconia rostrata, the hanging lobster claw or false bird of paradise, is a herbaceous perennial plant native to El Salvador, Peru, Bolivia, Colombia, Venezuela, Costa Rica, and Ecuador, and naturalized in Puerto Rico.[2] Other heliconias grow in an upright position (e.g. Heliconia … [Read more...] about Heliconia rostrata
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Gentianella Hirculus: The Beautiful and Endangered Gentian of the Andes
The Gentianella Hirculus is a beautiful and unique species of gentian that can be found in the high-altitude humid páramo of southern Ecuador. Its scientific name, Gentianella hirculus (Griseb.) Fabris, is derived from its association with the gentian family, Gentianaceae Juss. This biennial to perennial herb is known for its cushion-like growths, which can reach up to 10 … [Read more...] about Gentianella Hirculus: The Beautiful and Endangered Gentian of the Andes