Strelitzia reginae

Bird of Paradise, Crane Flower

Family: Strelitziaceae Strelitzia


Type Annual, perennial
USDA Hardiness range n/a
Exposure Partial shade to full sun
Bloom color Blue, orange
Bloom time Early Spring to Mid Summer, Late Fall to Early
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, container, foundation, massing, specimen
Height 36" to 5' / 90cm to 1.60m
Spread 36" to 5' / 90cm to 1.60m
Growth rate Slow
Persistence Evergreen
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Blue, green
Fruit color Orange
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage