Heliconia Subulata

Height: 1.5-2.5m
Growth: Upright clumping
Sunlight: Full sun – part shade
Colour/Flower: Slim red-orange bracts with green tips
Best Use: Landscaping, tropical borders, unique cut flowers


A rare and refined Heliconia variety, Subulata features slender upright bracts in vivid red-orange with distinctive green tips. With its elegant growth habit and mid-size height, it’s perfect for adding vertical texture to garden beds, borders, or narrow spaces. Reliable, hardy, and exotic in appearance – it’s a favourite among collectors and landscape designers alike.


Heliconia Care Sheet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions


Q: Is Heliconia Subulata invasive?
A: No – it’s a clumping, non-invasive variety perfect for home gardens.


Q: Can I grow it in shade?
A: Yes – it grows well in full sun and part shade.


Q: Where can I buy Heliconia in NSW?
A: Southcoast Plants delivers directly to your door across NSW and SE QLD.