This document provides information about heliconia, a tropical flowering plant native to Central and South America. It discusses the various species of heliconia, their uses as cut flowers, landscaping, and medicinal purposes. The document also covers heliconia cultivation requirements including temperature, light, soil, propagation methods, fertilization, irrigation, pruning, harvesting, and common pests/diseases. There are over 100 heliconia species that can be erect or pendant types and differ in flower and leaf characteristics. Proper care and maintenance are needed for successful heliconia growth.