{"product_id":"smalbladet-paradisfugleblomst-strelitzia-parvifolia-plante","title":"Small-leaved Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia parvifolia) | plant","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eVERY RARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smalbladet Paradisfugleblomst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bird of paradise, narrow-leaved bird of paradise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is a very rare and unusual bird of paradise flower from South Africa. While most people are familiar with the classic \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e with its broad, banana-like leaves, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is particularly interesting due to its narrower and more elegantly upright foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is only rarely seen in cultivation and even more rarely for sale, making it especially interesting for collectors of Strelitzia and other exotic plants. It combines strikingly different foliage with the spectacular orange and blue flowers for which bird of paradise plants are famous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance and growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e forms a dense clump of upright leaf stalks from strong underground rhizomes. The most characteristic feature of the plant is the leaves, which are clearly narrower than those of the common \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e. This gives the plant a lighter, more elegant, and almost architectural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the plant ages, it can form several shoots around the parent plant and develop into an attractive group. The long leaf stalks and relatively narrow leaf blades also make the plant appear more open and upright than the broad-leaved Strelitzia species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOrange and blue bird of paradise flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the foliage distinguishes \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e from many other Strelitzia, the flowers are unmistakably bird of paradise. The characteristic inflorescence consists of a boat-shaped spathe from which vibrant orange sepals and blue petals emerge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive shape resembles the head of an exotic bird and is the reason for the name \"bird of paradise flower.\" As with other Strelitzia, blooming requires a well-established plant of a certain age, as well as good conditions with plenty of light and nutrients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA very rare Strelitzia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the Strelitzia that is rarely encountered in general trade. The assortment is usually dominated by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/strelitzia-reginae\" title=\"Paradisblomst (Strelitzia reginae) | plante\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and the large \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/strelitzia-nicolai\" title=\"Hvid paradisblomst (Strelitzia nicolai) | plante\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, while the narrower and more unusual forms are significantly more difficult to find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is precisely its rarity and different leaf shape that make \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e particularly exciting for plant collectors. Even without flowers, it clearly stands out in a collection with its elegant and characteristic foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDifference between Strelitzia parvifolia and Strelitzia reginae\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is closely related to the classic \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e, and the two share, among other things, the characteristic orange and blue flowering. The clearest difference is seen in the foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e typically develops relatively broad leaf blades, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e has narrower leaves and a more upright appearance. This gives the plant its own character and makes it interesting to grow side-by-side with other Strelitzia. See our full selection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/strelitzia\" title=\"Samling af forskellige strelitzia planter\"\u003eStrelitzia plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives best in a very bright and preferably sunny location. Plenty of light promotes vigorous and compact growth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers warm conditions during the growing season. The plant should be protected from hard frost and is best grown frost-free through the Danish winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use a nutrient-rich, airy, and well-drained soil. Good drainage is important, as the strong roots should not stand in water constantly. You can use a good potting soil mixed with clay and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/perlite-3-liter-2-6-mm\" title=\"Perlite (3 liter) | 2-6 mm\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/a\u003e, or our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/ficus-jord-mix-5-l\" title=\"Specialjord til ficus og streltizia\"\u003eFicus soil\u003c\/a\u003e which is well-suited for Strelitzia.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly and thoroughly throughout the growing season, but allow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in the winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertilize regularly through spring and summer with a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-tropisk-500-ml\" title=\"Økologisk gødning til tropiske planter\"\u003egood organic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e. Good access to nutrients helps the plant build strong leaves, roots, and rhizomes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repot as needed when the root system fills the pot. Strelitzia develops strong roots and thrives in a stable pot with good drainage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best overwintered in a bright and frost-free place. In a cooler winter location, reduce watering and fertilize very sparingly or not at all. Does not tolerate frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFor the collection of rare bird of paradise flowers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those who already know the common bird of paradise flower, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is an opportunity to experience a much more rarely cultivated side of the genus. The combination of the narrow, elegant foliage, the upright growth, and the classic orange and blue flowers makes the plant something quite special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e is therefore not just an exotic ornamental plant, but also an exciting collector's plant for those who seek rare Strelitzia and want to experience the variation within this fascinating plant genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The images are intended as examples of the plant and do not necessarily represent the exact plant being purchased.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/smalbladet-paradisfugleblomst-strelitzia-parvifolia-fro-5-stk\" title=\"Smalbladet paradisfugleblomst (Strelitzia parvifolia) | frø\"\u003eAlso available as seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Seedling (5-10 cm)","offer_id":62088157987084,"sku":null,"price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Strelitziaparvifolia_1.jpg?v=1781902464","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/smalbladet-paradisfugleblomst-strelitzia-parvifolia-plante","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}