Strelitzia nicolai

White Bird of Paradise, Giant Bird of Paradise

Family: Strelitziaceae Strelitzia


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 9B - 11
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Purple, white
Bloom time Spring and Summer
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, specimen
Height 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Spread 6' to 10' / 1.80m to 3.00m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen, broadleaf
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Palm, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage