The Strelitzia D.27, known worldwide as the Bird of Paradise, is one of the most iconic, majestic, and recognizable tropical plants in the world. With its impressive 130 cm height and large, leathery, intensely green and shiny leaves, this Strelitzia is a scenic presence of extraordinary decorative impact that transforms any environment into a tropical oasis of luxury and refinement.
Main features:
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Species: Strelitzia reginae (Bird of Paradise)
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Plant height: approximately 130 cm
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Pot diameter: 27 cm
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Type: Bright indoor plant / outdoor in mild climates
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Foliage: Evergreen with large, leathery, intensely green and shiny leaves
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Flowering: Orange and blue bird-shaped flowers in flight - spectacular
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Habit: Upright and majestic, with long, arching leaves on long stems
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Care level: Easy - hardy and adaptable
Why choose the 130 cm Strelitzia D.27:
At 130 cm tall and in a 27 cm pot, this Strelitzia is a large-sized specimen that dominates the scene with tropical elegance. Its large, leathery, shiny, intensely green leaves rise on long, sturdy stems, creating a sculptural and dynamic silhouette of great visual impact. When it flowers, its extraordinary orange and blue blossoms - reminiscent of an exotic bird's head in flight - add a unique element of wonder and color. Perfect for designer living rooms, hotel lobbies, restaurants, and any space that wants to evoke a luxurious tropical atmosphere.
The flowering of the Bird of Paradise:
Strelitzia is famous worldwide for its extraordinary flowers: green spathes enclosing orange and blue-purple petals, which emerge like the colorful head of an exotic bird in flight. In a mature and well-cared-for specimen, flowering typically occurs in spring-summer, offering a botanical spectacle of rare beauty. Abundant light is the secret to stimulating prolific flowering.
Care and placement:
Location: Abundant light, preferably with a few hours of direct sun. It is one of the indoor plants that loves light the most: the more light it receives, the more lush it is and the more easily it flowers. Ideal near large windows or in bright verandas. In summer, it can be placed outdoors in a sunny position.
Watering: Moderate. Allow the top 3-4 cm of substrate to dry out between waterings. Reduce significantly in winter. Strelitzia is drought-resistant but suffers from waterlogging, which can cause root rot.
Temperature: Ideal between 18°C and 30°C. Tolerates brief periods at lower temperatures but not frost. In Mediterranean climates, it can live outdoors all year round.
Curiosity:
Strelitzia is native to the coastal regions of South Africa and is named after Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of King George III of England, a great botany enthusiast. It is the symbol flower of the city of Los Angeles and is used worldwide as a luxury cut flower in the most exclusive bouquets. In nature, its flowers are pollinated by African sunbirds that perch on the petals to drink nectar.
Important note: Each plant is a unique living being. The shape and aesthetic characteristics may vary slightly from the images shown. Flowering depends on light conditions and the plant's maturity. The images are illustrative and not binding.
Bring the tropical majesty of the 130 cm Strelitzia D.27 into your home or space: the Bird of Paradise that transforms every environment into an exotic oasis of luxury, with its large, shiny leaves and extraordinarily beautiful orange and blue flowers.
