Bird of paradise
Strelitzia reginae
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How to care
Strelitzia reginae, commonly known as the Bird of Paradise, is a striking plant known for its vibrant, bird-like flowers. It thrives in bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sunlight. Ensure the soil is well-draining to prevent root rot. This plant enjoys a humid environment, so consider misting or placing it near a humidifier.
Light Preference
Full Sun
Part Shade
Size
- Height
- 1 m – 1.5 m
- Spread
- 0.5 m – 1 m
- Years
- 10 – 20
Preferred soil
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Acidic
Alkaline
Neutral
Propagation
Division
Life Cycle
Perennial
Lives for more than two years.
Hardiness Zone
9a
-6.7°C – -3.9°C
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Leaves
- Evergreen
- Gray
- Green
- Silver
Flowers
- Showy
- Blue
- Orange
Toxic to
- FruitCatsModerate · Ingestion
- FruitDogsModerate · Ingestion
- SeedCatsModerate · Ingestion
- SeedDogsModerate · Ingestion
Informational only — not veterinary or medical advice. Missing data does not mean a plant is safe.
Other names
- Crane flower
- Isigude
Taxonomy
- Order
- Zingiberales
- Family
- Strelitziaceae
- Genus
- Strelitzia