Bird of Paradise. A stunning houseplant with exotic flowers and large attractive paddle shaped leaves. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers April to July. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 60°F / 15°C.
Strelitzia reginae ‘Humilis’
A stunning houseplant with exotic flowers and large attractive paddle shaped leaves
Additional information
| Generic | Strelitzia |
|---|---|
| Species | reginae |
| Varietry | 'Humilis' |
| Common Name | Bird of Paradise |
| Flower Colour | orange, yellow, blue |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Strelitziaceae |
| Spread | 80cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 60°F / 15°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter, Allow compost to dry out between waterings |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Scale, Red spider mite, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
| Propagation | Division |
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