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Red palulu

Heliconia bihai

Photo by Gina423
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Field Notes

Description:

These were everywhere in the jungle. They grew from the ground. While very pretty, the cups collected stagnant water, complete with dead bugs and a lot of flies.

Habitat:

Tropical rainforest, Guiana Shield, Suriname.

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Heliconia bihai

Species ID Suggestions

Red palulu (Lobster claw)

Heliconia bihai

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PublishedMarch 16, 2013

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