Heliconia Kawauchi

Our most popular seller.

A powerhouse landscaping plant, the Heliconia Kawauchi is known for its massive, chunky flowers and exceptional screening ability. It features lush, banana-like foliage and a tidy, upright habit that provides an instant tropical feel while blocking out neighbours.

Heliconia Kawauchi – Heliconia bihai x caribaea

  • Height: 3m – 4m
  • Climate: Tropical and Subtropical; performs well in coastal areas like Brisbane and Sydney.
  • Light: Full sun to part shade.
  • Growth Habit: Tight clumping and vertical; excellent for privacy.
  • Conditions: Requires moist, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.
  • Flowers: Large, vibrant orange-red bracts with distinct yellow edges; appearing in Summer and Autumn.

$77.00

Why Australian Gardeners Love Heliconias

  • Instant tropical impact: Large, lush foliage and sculptural blooms turn ordinary gardens into exotic paradises.
  • Wildlife magnets: Their nectar-rich bracts attract birds, butterflies, and beneficial insects (echoing their natural hummingbird pollination in the wild).
  • Versatile landscaping: Use as feature plants, privacy screens, poolside accents, or mass plantings.
  • Clumping varieties stay tidy; others form bold clumps up to 5m tall.
  • Year-round interest: Many flower prolifically through the warmer months, with some blooming almost continuously in humid conditions.
  • Cut-flower superstar: The long-lasting bracts make stunning indoor displays.