White bird of paradise flower - Strelitzia Nicolai including elho Greenville Round black - 180 cm - Ø30

Strelitzia nicolai (White Bird of Paradise Flower)

Appearance of the plant

Large, banana-leaf-like leaves on sturdy, upright stems

Can produce white flowers with a blue accent when cared for properly

Usually 150–250 cm tall in pots, but can grow even taller indoors

Location

Very bright spot, preferably with several hours of direct sunlight

Does not tolerate dark locations — light is crucial for growth and flowering

Ideal for a sunny living room or conservatory

Water requirement

Water as soon as the top layer of potting soil has dried out slightly.

Water regularly in spring and summer; water a little more sparingly in winter

Likes higher humidity, occasional misting helps

Winter hardiness

Not winter hardy, only suitable as a houseplant or container plant

Fun fact: In the wild, Strelitzia nicolai can grow up to 10 meters tall and is related to the banana plant — only instead of producing bananas, it produces impressive bird-of-paradise flowers.