{"product_id":"strelitzia-reginae","title":"Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) | plant","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paradisblomst, paradisfugleblomst, paradisfugl, papegøjeblomst, traneblomst\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orange Bird of Paradise, Bird of Paradise\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e, better known as the bird of paradise flower, is one of the most iconic exotic plants. With its large, sturdy leaves and spectacular orange and blue flowers, it adds a distinct tropical touch to the home, greenhouse, or conservatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species originates from South Africa, where it grows naturally in the eastern part of the country. It has since become a popular ornamental plant in large parts of the world and is grown both for its decorative foliage and the unique flowers that have given the plant its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAppearance and growth\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e forms strong, upright leaf stalks with large, oblong, and leathery leaves. The plant grows from underground rhizomes and gradually forms more shoots, so older plants can develop into dense and impressive clumps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder good conditions, the plant typically reaches about 1–2 meters in height. Compared to the related \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/strelitzia-nicolai\" title=\"White bird of paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) | plant\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which can eventually develop into a very large and almost tree-like plant, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e remains considerably more compact and is therefore particularly well-suited for pot cultivation. Feel free to browse our entire collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/strelitzia\" title=\"Collection of strelitzia plants\"\u003eStrelitzia plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe characteristic bird of paradise flower\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially the flowering that has made \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e famous. The inflorescence consists of a boat-shaped spathe from which the bright orange sepals and intense blue petals unfold. The shape resembles the head of an exotic bird – hence the English name \"bird of paradise.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants must reach a certain age and size before they start flowering. A seed-grown bird of paradise therefore requires patience, but the plant is decorative throughout its development, and an older plant in good lighting conditions can reward you with that spectacular bloom. Our seed-grown \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e, for example, flowers every year – so it is certainly possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Bird of paradise thrives best in very bright conditions and can be placed in direct sun once acclimated. Ample light is important for compact growth and subsequent flowering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Thrives well at normal warm temperatures during the growing season. The plant does not tolerate hard frost and should be overwintered frost-free.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Use nutrient-rich, but well-draining soil. An airy soil mixture helps prevent the strong roots from sitting in water. For example, you can mix \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/perlite-3-liter-2-6-mm\" title=\"Perlite (3 liters) | 2-6 mm\"\u003eperlite\u003c\/a\u003e and clay into a good standard potting soil. Otherwise, we also recommend our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/ficus-jord-mix-5-l\" title=\"Ficus soil (5 L)\"\u003eficus soil\u003c\/a\u003e, which is well-suited for Strelitzia plants. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Water thoroughly during the growing season, but let the top layer of soil dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in the winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e is a vigorous plant and should be fertilized regularly throughout the growing season. Good access to nutrients helps the plant develop large leaves, a strong root system, and, in the long term, flowers. Use a good \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-tropisk-500-ml\" title=\"Organic fertilizer for tropical plants\"\u003eorganic fertilizer for tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Young plants can be repotted as needed. Older plants thrive well with relatively limited space around the roots and therefore do not necessarily need a much larger pot every year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOverwintering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be overwintered indoors in a bright location. A bright and slightly cooler winter spot combined with less water suits the plant well. It does not tolerate frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\n\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e as a houseplant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Denmark, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as a houseplant or container plant. In the summer, it can advantageously be moved out to a warm terrace or placed in a greenhouse. Gradually acclimate the plant to direct sun if it has been kept indoors so the leaves do not get sunburned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large leaves may eventually develop occasional cracks and tears. This is a natural characteristic of Strelitzia and is also seen in plants in nature, where the leaves are affected by wind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA classic among exotic plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for those who want a distinct tropical look but also a plant that is relatively uncomplicated to grow. It is decorative even as a young plant, while older specimens can develop the fantastic orange and blue bird of paradise flowers that have made the species famous worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor those interested in Strelitzia, there are also several exciting species and varieties with different sizes, growth habits, and flowering. See our other Strelitzia and exotic plants and discover the variation within this fascinating plant genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The images are meant 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\/strelitzia-reginae-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) | seeds\"\u003eAlso available as seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Seedling (5-10 cm)","offer_id":44132017013004,"sku":"EP-SR-001","price":12.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small (15-30 cm)","offer_id":44132017045772,"sku":"EP-SR-002","price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/products\/Strelitziareginae_2512be39-2270-4fb7-ae4e-8eab88d8faf5.jpg?v=1675969932","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/strelitzia-reginae","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}