Heliconia choconiana (Lobster Claw)

Heliconia choconiana, commonly known as Lobster Claw, is a tropical plant that belongs to the Heliconiaceae family. It is native to the rainforests of Central and South America. The plant features large, vibrant bracts in shades of red and yellow that resemble the claw of a lobster, hence the common name. These bracts surround small inconspicuous flowers. Lobster Claw typically grows up to 5 feet tall and forms clumps of broad leaves at the base.