About the Strelitzia - Bird of Paradise
Watch your garden soar to new heights with the 'Bird of Paradise' Strelitzia! This tropical flowering plant will bring a vibrant, exotic flair to your outdoor space - and have your neighbors squawking with envy!
Light: Bright direct or indirect light
Water: Keep soil consistently moist but NOT soggy. Ensure your strelitzia has good drainage in its pot and be sure to remove any standing water after 15 minutes to prevent root rot.
Difficulty: Moderate
Feed: Apply half strength of general-purpose fertilizer once a month at most during the growing season.
Air Purifying: Yes, known to remove formaldehyde from the air.
Toxicity: Toxic to animals and humans.
Growth Rate: Moderate
Common Names: Bird of Paradise, Wild Banana
Origin: Southeast Africa
*Please note: Plants may not look exactly as shown.