Origin
The Strelitzia Nicolai, also known as the Giant White Bird of Paradise, originally comes from South Africa. It grows in the coastal areas and the eastern part of the Cape Province. The plant belongs to the Strelitziaceae family.
Characteristics
The Strelitzia Nicolai is an exotic and majestic plant known for its high growth form. The plant can grow up to 130-140 cm tall. It has large, shiny, banana-like leaves that give a strong and tropical impression. A distinctive characteristic of this plant is the large, unique white flowers with blue accents that resemble the head of a bird of paradise.
Care
Strelitzia needs a lot of light, but does not tolerate direct sunlight well in the summer months. The plant needs to be watered regularly during the growth period, and the humidity also plays a role in optimal growth. In winter, the water supply should be reduced. Although it is a tropical plant, the Strelitzia Nicolai can tolerate fairly low temperatures, but it is best to keep it above 10 degrees Celsius.