Name: Bird of paradise / Strelitzia reginae / Crane flower - Plant
SKU: 4530
Availability: InStock

Description

Bird of Paradise Plant, Crane Flower Plant

The Bird of Paradise is one of the most colorful 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 colored bird in flight and so the name Birds of Paradise

The popular Birds-of-Paradise plant bears a unique flower that resembles a brightly colored 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 colorful 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 yellow first.

CAUSE: Rot or root disease; overwatering; or pot-bound.

SOLUTION: Allow wet soil to dry out or try repotting.

Additional information

Weight	0.30 kg
Dimensions	24 × 13 × 11 cm
Select Pot	4 inch, 6 Inches

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