The Hanging Crab Claw, also known as Heliconia rostrata, is a species of the Heliconia genus of plants, which is native to Central and South America, including the Amazon rainforest. It is a tropical perennial plant that grows as a herbaceous perennial, and it’s known for its striking, brightly colored bracts that resemble the claw of a crab. The plant can grow as a shrub or small tree, and it can reach heights of up to 6 meters.
Emergents are trees that rises above the forest canopy. This specimen was photographed in the Amazon rainforest of southern...
One-third of Colombia’s area sits in the Upper Amazon region. Pictured is the Amazon River at dusk near the...
The Amazon River in Colombia is used for bathing, fishing, and as a main transport route. With no roads...
Puerto Nariño is the second biggest town in the Amazonas department of Colombia. It is a lot smaller than...
A common in flower in Colombia. If you know the name of this species, please leave a comment.
Looking very much like a huge indoor plant, this fine specimen was spotted growing from the bank of the...
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