Name: Strelitzia nicolai
Brand: Serre
Price: 19.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Latin name

Strelitzia nicolai

Common name

White Bird of Paradise, White Bird of Paradise

Type

Large-growing herbaceous tropical plant

Family

Strelitziaceae

Strelitzia Nicolai , or the giant white bird of paradise, is a spectacular tropical plant with an architectural appearance. Its long, supple, deep grayish-green leaves fan out like a banana tree, creating a striking, exotic ambiance. When mature and in optimal conditions, it produces large white flowers with dark blue bracts, reminiscent of a stylized bird's head. Imposing and elegant, it transforms large interiors, bright halls, or verandas into veritable modern jungles.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone

Zone 10 to 12

Exposure

Very bright light to full indirect sunlight; withstands several hours of direct sunlight once acclimated.

Watering

Water when the top 3–5 cm of soil is dry; reduce watering in winter.

Humidity

Prefers medium to high humidity; appreciates misting in dry climates.

Fertilization

Balanced fertilizer every 3 to 4 weeks during the growing season (spring–summer).

Soil type

Rich, well-drained soil (mixture of potting soil, perlite, bark).

Minimum temperature

15°C – avoid exposure to frost.

Blooming period

From spring to summer, outdoors or in a warm greenhouse; rarely indoors except in very intense light.

Flower color

White sepals, dark blue bracts, blue-violet tongue.

Foliage color

Dark green to gray-green, long, flexible leaves that can split naturally.

Height

Up to 3 m (10 ft) indoors; up to 6 m (20 ft) in tropical soil.

Width

1.5 to 2 m (5 to 6.5 ft)

Growth rate

Medium to fast depending on light and heat.

Pets

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.