Giant White Bird Of Paradise (Strelitzia Nicolai) is a perennial tree in the Strelitziaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A large, evergreen, tropical plant with banana-like leaves and striking white and blue flowers.

Giant White Bird Of Paradise

Giant White Bird Of Paradise

Strelitzia Nicolai

A large, evergreen, tropical plant with banana-like leaves and striking white and blue flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, accent

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Giant White Bird Of Paradise

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Strelitziaceae
Genus:Strelitzia