Strelitzia Nicolai / Bird of Paradise《天堂鳥》

🌿 Why You’ll Love Strelitzia nicolai:

• Massive, upright leaves create a tropical focal point

• Produces stunning white and blue flowers when mature

• Adds height, texture, and lush greenery to any setting

• Hardy and low maintenance once established

🌿 Strelitzia nicolai – Care Guide

Strelitzia nicolai, commonly known as the Giant White Bird of Paradise, is a dramatic, large-scale tropical plant with broad, banana-like leaves and the potential to produce white and blue bird-like flowers in ideal conditions. While flowering indoors is rare, its lush, architectural foliage makes it a favorite statement plant for homes, offices, and patios.

☀️ Light Requirements

• Prefers bright, indirect light

• Can handle direct morning sun

• Outdoors: place in full sun to part shade

• Low light slows growth significantly

💧 Watering

• Water when the top 5 cm (2 in) of soil is dry

• Spring–summer: keep soil evenly moist, not soggy

• Fall–winter: reduce watering frequency

• Likes moisture but is sensitive to overwatering

🌱 Soil & Potting

• Use a rich, fast-draining soil mix (potting soil + perlite/sand/compost)

• Pot must have excellent drainage

• Repot every 2–3 years or when rootbound

• Select a sturdy, deep container to support tall, heavy growth

🌡️ Temperature & Humidity

• Ideal range: 18–30°C (65–86°F)

• Do not expose to temps below 10°C (50°F)

• Benefits from moderate to high humidity

  • Mist leaves or use a humidifier in dry indoor conditions

🍃 Fertilizing

• Fertilize every 2–3 weeks during growing season (spring–summer)

• Use a balanced liquid fertilizer (or slightly high in nitrogen for leaf growth)

• Pause feeding during fall and winter

✂️ Pruning & Maintenance

• Remove yellowing or damaged leaves at the base

• Wipe large leaves with a damp cloth to remove dust

• Rotate plant periodically to ensure upright, balanced growth

✅ Ideal For

• Spacious interiors, hotel lobbies, bright patios, and atriums

• Design-conscious plant owners who want a bold, vertical statement

• Pairs well with minimalist, tropical, or contemporary décor

⚠️ Pet Safety

• Mildly toxic to cats, dogs, and horses if ingested

  • Can cause nausea, vomiting, or drooling

• Keep out of reach of pets and children

Transform your home or garden into a tropical retreat with the Strelitzia nicolai—a true giant with graceful presence and easy-care nature.