Heliconias are remarkable tropical plants of princely dimension with great stems, leaves, and beautiful ornamental flowers. Heliconias are native to Central America, the Caribbean Islands, South America and some islands of the South Pacific. However, their easy growth and brilliant show have made them favorite gardens subjects throughout tropics and subtropics. They can be grown in any area where temperatures do not fall below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4.4 Celsius) for any length of time. Heliconia are generally free of diseases. Heliconias are an excellent choice for a container plant that can be grown indoors for the winter and outdoors for the summer.