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Strelitzia reginae
BSR4
Grade
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The famous bird of paradise, available in 4- and 12-litre pots.
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Synonyms, common name of Strelitzia reginae
Bird of paradise
Origin of Strelitzia reginae
The South Coast of South Africa
Hardiness of Strelitzia reginae
-3°C, but the plant can grow back from the rhizome after a frost
Description of Strelitzia reginae
As for the traveler's tree (Ravenala madagascariensis), the leaves, much tougher than those of the banana trees, are arranged in a distilled manner at the end of the stem forming a fan.
The inflorescences are brightly colored, orange and purple, and look like a bird of the islands.
How to grow Strelitzia reginae
Keep in a pot and place in direct sunlight, with frequent watering for rapid growth and fertilizer intake to promote bloom. Protect in winter.
Technical sheet
Data sheet
- Leaves:
- evergreen
- Flowers:
- yes
- Edible:
- no
- Fragrant:
- no
- Exposure:
- Indoor/conservatory
- Can be grown in a container:
- yes
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