Strelitzia nicolai, commonly known as the wild banana or giant white bird of paradise, is a species of banana -like plants with erect woody stems reaching a height of 7–8 m (23–26 ft), and the clumps …

Grown primarily for its dramatic foliage, Strelitzia nicolai (Giant Bird of Paradise) brings a sensational tropical accent to the garden or in a sunny interior room. This massive evergreen treelike perennial …

As plant matures, extremely large bird-like flowers emerge, with white heads and blue tongues. Place away from housing structures to accommodate mature size. A frost-tender evergreen. A stunning …

Jul 23, 2025 · Learn all about the Giant White Bird of Paradise, also called Strelitzia nicolai, from growing and caring for these amazing plants

Oct 14, 2024 · The Strelitzia Nicolai, also known as the Giant White Bird of Paradise, is a stunning tropical plant native to South Africa. Its large, banana-like leaves and striking white and blue flowers …

The white bird of paradise is a large tropical evergreen perennial native of Botswana, KwaZulu-Natal, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe and is found along coastal dunes and forests.

Jun 3, 2025 · The Giant Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) is a perennial plant of shrubby to arboreal stature, widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical landscaping for its imposing appearance and …

Giant Bird of Paradise is one of the most dramatic tropical plants that thrive in desert climates. Huge leaves can reach 15' across and 48' long on even longer stems. Upright growth pattern makes it a …

Dec 19, 2024 · The Giant Bird of Paradise is a tropical plant that thrives in warm, humid environments and prefers consistent warmth. It does not tolerate frost and prefers well-drained soil to avoid root …

May 29, 2022 · To keep Strelitzia Nicolai (Giant Bird of Paradise) alive indoors, provide bright indirect light, avoid direct sunlight, maintain moderate humidity, water when the top inch of soil is dry, and …