Heliconian

Heliconian is a term that can refer to several related concepts, primarily associated with Mount Helicon in Greece. Historically, it denotes a person or thing connected to Mount Helicon, a mountain in Boeotia, Greece, famously associated with the Muses, the goddesses of inspiration in Greek mythology. As such, "Heliconian" is often used poetically to describe poets, singers, or any creative artists, implying they draw their inspiration from the Muses of Helicon.

In a botanical context, Heliconian refers to plants belonging to the genus Heliconia. These are flowering plants native to tropical regions of the Americas and the Pacific Ocean. They are known for their vibrant, showy bracts, which are often mistaken for the petals. These bracts come in a variety of striking colors, including red, orange, yellow, and pink, and they surround the plant's true flowers. Heliconia plants are popular in horticulture for their exotic appearance and are often used in tropical landscaping and as cut flowers. The genus is named after Mount Helicon, further linking the botanical term to its mythological origins.

The term can also occasionally be used in other contexts to denote something originating from or related to Mount Helicon, though these uses are less common than its poetic or botanical applications.