Description
Bird of Paradise Plant, Crane Flower Plant
The Bird of Paradise is one of the most colourful flowers in the world. The name Bird of Paradise comes from its spectacular flower shape which resembles a bird’s beak and head plumage.
Bird of Paradise, also known as Crane flowers is one of the most beautiful Exotic Flowers. Birds of Paradise are native to South Africa & blooms from September through May.
The flowers of the Birds of Paradise resemble a brightly coloured bird in flight and so the name Birds of Paradise
The popular Birds-of-Paradise plant bears a unique flower that resembles a brightly coloured bird in flight, giving it the common name, Bird of Paradise. The Birds-of-Paradise flowers make the plant an exceptionally attractive landscape plant.
The Birds of Paradise foliage resembles small banana leaves with long petioles. The leaves on the Birds of Paradise plant are arranged strictly in two ranks to form a fan-like crown of evergreen foliage, thick, waxy, and glossy green, making it a very attractive ornamental plant.
Plant Care

Light
Thrives in bright direct to bright indirect light. Can take full sun.

Water
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Increase the frequency with increased light. Does best in higher humidity.

Plant Tip
This plant is named after the colourful flowers it produces.
Common Problems
If you have a cat or a dog, make sure they do not eat it. And hey, neither should humans. The best practice is always to keep houseplants out of reach of small children and pets. The Bird of Paradise is usually pest-free, but if it happens, treat pests as soon as they appear with weekly sprays of horticultural (Neem) oil and regular wipe-downs with a soft rag until they are eradicated.
SYMPTOM: Leaves turning brown and crispy at leaf edges
CAUSE: Under watered, high salts, or potassium deficiency.
SOLUTION: Water more often and monitor response.
SYMPTOM: Leaves have split along side-ribs
CAUSE: Torsion of leaves caused by mechanical damage. Possibly due to strong wind or bumping into the plant.
SOLUTION: Be mindful of the space around your plant.
SYMPTOM: Wilting leaves or leaves curling in.
CAUSE: Under watered.
SOLUTION: Water more often and monitor response.
SYMPTOM: Yellowing, with bright yellow leaves. Usually, the basal leaves will be yellow first.
CAUSE: Rot or root disease; overwatering; or pot-bound.
SOLUTION: Allow wet soil to dry out or try repotting.
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