Synonyms: 

Bihai cannoidea (A.Rich.) Kuntze

Bihai humilis (Aubl.) Griggs

Systematic Position

Kingdom:  Plantae

Phylum: Tracheophyta

Order: Zingiberales

Family: Heliconiaceae

Native: Caribbean and South America.

Common Names

English – Parrot’s beak

Malayalam – ഹെലിക്കോണിയ

Description:

Heliconia psittacorum is a tropical plant with large, bright flowers that resemble a parrot’s beak.

Habitat: Moist or wet regions .

Distribution: Guyana, Brazil, Paraguay and the West Indies.

Uses: Heliconia psittacorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping due to its vibrant and exotic flowers.