Bird of Paradise, also known as Strelitzia, is a stunning tropical plant native to South Africa. Its exotic orange-blue flowers resemble a flying bird and have gained worldwide fame for this unique appearance. It is an indispensable choice for creating a tropical atmosphere in luxury hotels, spa centers, boutique restaurants and modern landscape projects. Its flowers are also highly valued as cut flowers, lasting up to 2 weeks in vases.
Bird of Paradise - Strelitzia
Strelitzia Reginae
Exotic orange-blue flowering tropical plant creating paradise atmosphere, ideal for spa centers and luxury hotels.
Product Information
| Latin Name | Strelitzia Reginae |
|---|---|
| Category | Tropical Plants |
| Stock Code | BTN-003 |
| Height | 1-2 m |
| Pot Type | Plastic / Ceramic |
| Sale Type | Single |
Features
Climate Tolerance
Moderate (above 5°C)
Watering Needs
Moderate (2-3 times per week)
Sun Requirement
Full sun / Partial shade
Usage Area
Hotel gardens, spa areas, tropical landscapes
Growth Rate
Moderate
Flowering
Spring-summer, orange-blue flowers
Product Description
Detailed Specifications
| Trunk Structure | Rhizomatous, no hard stem |
|---|---|
| Leaf Form | Oval-lance shaped, 30-50 cm, dark green, banana-like |
| Flower Structure | Orange petals, blue tongue, bird head appearance |
| Root System | Thick, fleshy rhizomes |
| Lifespan | 20-25 years |
Care & Growing
Watering
Soil should be kept slightly moist. Water 2-3 times a week in summer, once a week in winter. Avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Prefers rich, humus and well-drained soil. Peat-perlite mix is ideal in pots.
Fertilizing
Liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during flowering. Phosphorus-rich fertilizer increases flowering.
Pruning
Faded flower stalks should be cut from base. Clean yellowing leaves.
Winter Preparation
Cannot stay below 0°C. Bring indoors in autumn or provide greenhouse conditions.
Usage Areas
- Luxury hotel lobbies and spa centers
- Boutique restaurants and cafes
- Tropical themed landscape projects
- Pool and jacuzzi areas
- Modern office entrances
- Wedding and event venues
- Decorations as cut flowers
Frequently Asked Questions
Mature plants (3-5 years) bloom from spring to autumn. Can bloom year-round indoors with sufficient light.
Could be insufficient light, young plant age or poor nutrition. Phosphorus fertilizer and bright light trigger flowering.
Yes, thrives near windows with bright light. However, may flower less compared to outdoors.
Mildly toxic if leaves and seeds are ingested. Should be kept away from pets and children.
Yes, mature plants can be propagated by dividing rhizomes. Best time is early spring.
Delivery and Logistics
Our Bird of Paradise plants are specially packaged to protect flowers and leaves. Shipping available throughout Turkey. Special pricing and planting consultation for bulk purchases.
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