White Bird of Paradise

Description About the White Bird of Paradise The White Bird of Paradise can be used to accentuate high columns near the entryway of a home, to add tropical notes as wallpaper in a mixed-bed, or as an eye-catching container plant on the patio or swimming pool deck. Because this is a clustering plant, which grows several stalks, it is possible to trim down a few of the stalks without harming the plant. White Birds of Paradise is sometimes confused with the Wanderers Palm, as the two appear similar in youth, but Birds does not grow quite as large or develop the trunk of the palm.   Although plants that have fan-like leaves similar to a travelers palm are typically smaller in landscapes, when they are mature, they can grow to 20-30 feet tall. The plants can grow up to 20-30 feet tall, spreading out to 10 feet wide, although often seen in much smaller sizes. Multiple plants can be connected with larger segments of roots that may have to be broken off to release plantlets.  If there are several plants growing, remove the pot and gently pull on the plants, being careful to avoid disturbing too many roots. When you get Birds of Paradise plants, do not immediately repot them, wait for at least 6-12 months, or if roots start getting crowded and growing through the drainage holes.  There are a number of factors that affect the final height, spreading, and general performance of a plant when growing indoors; among these are the size of the pot in which it is grown, the amount of light it receives, watering frequency, pruning regimen, and repotting schedule. Its big banana-like leaves growing out of its bushy stems are loved and used by many in different landscape designs, particularly when you need the look of a tropical landscape. White Bird of Paradise is planted more commonly because its large banana-like leaves and tall, clumping stems provide an exotic feel to a landscape. White Bird or Paradise, With its large, upright, clumping stalks and banana-like leaves, White Bird or Paradise gives true, tropical, exotic feeling to any landscape.    Show Source Texts The orange variety is loved for its exotic blossoms, while the white variety adds a palm-like texture to decks, patios, balconies, and other outdoor spaces. Birds of Paradise brings rich, tropical color to your space, as its shiny, banana-shaped leaves spread. The lush leaves, which can get quite large with proper care, provide an easygoing atmosphere, but the most striking feature is probably its flowers. Care Scientific Name: Strelitzia Nicolai Origin: South Africa Soil:  Tropical Plant Potting Mix Watering: Water when dry. Too much water can lead to root rot and fungus. Lighting: Medium to Bright indirect light