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Bird of Paradise

Strelitzia reginae

• Common Name:  Bird of Paradise, also Crane Flower
  
• Scientific Name:  Strelitzia reginae
  
• Family Name:  Strelitziaceae
  
• Origin:  So. Africa, Tropical & Subtropical America
  
• Height: 3’ - 5’
  
• Width:  6’ - 10’
  
• Growth:  Slow
  
• Zone:  9 - 11
  
• Light Needs:  Sunny, partly sunny
  
• Salt Tolerance:  Light tolerance
  
• Soil/PH/Texture:  Slightly acidic
  
• Soil Moisture:  Moist, good drainage
  
• Drought Tolerance:  Good
  
• Pests/Diseases: Rare
  
• Growing Conditions:  Fertilize and water, cover during freezes.
  
• Characteristics:  Orange and blue flowers with evergreen leaves.  Leathery leaves are 6” wide to 18” long and do not shed.
  
• Propagation:  Division, seeds
  
• Wildlife:  Attracts birds for its nectar.
  
• Facts: The white form grows to 30’.  Closely related to banana tree.  Produces flowers that typically bloom from September to May. 
  
• Designer Considerations: Cut flowers last 2 weeks.  Landscaping plant.  
  

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Bird of Paradise