Strelitzia nicolai

Name: Strelitzia nicolai
Brand: The Plant Company
SKU: 12582j
Price: 190.62 NZD
Availability: InStock

Natal Wild Banana, Giant Bird Of Paradise, White Bird Of Paradise, Strelitzia nicolai Plant, Steriliza nicolai, White Bird Of Paradise Plant, White Bird Of Paradise Flower, Strelitzia White Bird, Bird of Paradise White Plant

Strelitzia nicolai, commonly known as Natal Wild Banana or Giant White Bird Of Paradise, produces multiple stems that host large, fresh-green leaves. In the home garden it typically grows to just 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. The flower resembles the head of the bird, with a white crest and purple beak, and are borne throughout the year. Strelitzia nicolai is commonly included in tropical plantings, planted around pools or against stark walls, used to line an entranceway, or maintained in a large container.

Suited to regions:	Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type:	Perennials
Height:	2.00 m
Spread:	1.50 m
Flowering time:	Spring, Summer, Autumn
Tolerances:	Coastal
Garden uses:	Containers, Living areas, Pool areas
Garden styles:	Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Easy to grow?	Yes
Maintenance requirements	Low
Growth rate	Medium
Also known as	Natal Wild Banana, Giant Bird Of Paradise, White Bird Of Paradise, Strelitzia nicolai Plant, Steriliza nicolai, White Bird Of Paradise Plant, White Bird Of Paradise Flower, Strelitzia White Bird, Bird of Paradise White Plant

Strelitzia nicolai Details

Strelitzia nicolai, commonly known as Natal Wild Banana or Giant White Bird Of Paradise, is a striking foliage plant with unusual flowers. This herbaceous perennial produces multiple stems that host large, fresh-green leaves. These may reach 2 m in length as it grows to 8 m tall and 4 m wide in the right environment. In the home garden it typically grows to just 2 m tall and 1.5 m wide. The flower resembles the head of the bird, with a white crest and purple beak, and are borne throughout the year. Best results with this Bird Of Paradise are achieved when it is grown on a well-drained, sheltered site in full sun. It is tolerant of dry periods, coastal environments, and light frost once established. Strelitzia nicolai is commonly included in tropical plantings, planted around pools or against stark walls, used to line an entranceway, or maintained in a large container.