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NMNH Heliconia - Heliconia atratensis

John Kress
March 7, 2025
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Plant with long, thin, bright red leaves in a needle shape.
John Kress

Heliconia atratensis, an endangered species in Colombia.

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    NMNH Heliconia - Heliconia reticulata

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    NMNH Heliconia - Heliconia donstonea specimen

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    NMNH Heliconia - Heliconia atratensis specimen

    03.07.2025
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    NMNH Heliconia - Planted Heliconia

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    NMNH Heliconia - John Kress

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