{"product_id":"heliconia-rostrata","title":"Heliconia rostrata - Hanging Lobster Claw","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHeliconia rostrata\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as Hanging Lobster Claw, is a striking tropical plant admired for its cascading, vibrant red and yellow bracts resembling lobster claws. These dramatic flower spikes can reach up to 1 meter long, adding bold color and texture to gardens from spring through summer. Growing 1.5–3 meters tall, this clumping perennial also features lush, banana-like green leaves that create a lush, tropical backdrop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for tropical and subtropical gardens, Hanging Lobster Claw thrives in warm climates and brings exotic beauty and structure to any landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1.5–3 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1–2 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNative to\u003c\/strong\u003e: Central and South America\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage\u003c\/strong\u003e: Large, banana-like green leaves; evergreen in warm climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate to fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConditions\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e: Prefers rich, well-drained soils with high organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: Moderate to high; prefers consistently moist soil but avoid waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in tropical and subtropical regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers\u003c\/strong\u003e: Long, pendulous bracts in red and yellow; blooms spring to summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e: Upright, clumping habit with lush foliage and cascading flowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for tropical gardens, borders, large containers, or as a striking feature plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Plant 1–2 meters apart for dense growth or standalone displays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Requires minimal care; remove spent flowers and old leaves as needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePest Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy and generally pest-free; monitor for spider mites in dry conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thrives in humid environments; mist in drier climates if grown indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Attraction\u003c\/strong\u003e: Flowers attract hummingbirds and other pollinators in suitable regions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasonal Appeal\u003c\/strong\u003e: Evergreen foliage provides year-round greenery; flowers add seasonal brilliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility\u003c\/strong\u003e: Complements tropical, modern, and exotic garden styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hanging Lobster Claw is a vibrant and show-stopping plant, perfect for creating dramatic, tropical-inspired landscapes with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ornatec International","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44282111131844,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0659\/0493\/5108\/files\/dreamstime_m_21469608.jpg?v=1734519087","url":"https:\/\/ornatecinternational.com\/ar\/products\/heliconia-rostrata","provider":"Ornatec International","version":"1.0","type":"link"}