Botanical Nomenclature: Strelitzia reginae Common Name: Orange Bird of Paradise Family: Strelitziaceae Origin: South Africa
Originating in South Africa, this splendor and beautiful species has its scientific name in homage to Sofia Carlota queen of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, wife of king Jorge iii, united kingdom.
The colors and texture of your leaves are already extremely ornamental, blue-green, and majestic even without flowers.
But, if it is flowering, the colors in contrast and their shape, even seem to have been carved by divine hands.
A true "ave of paradise". It is an extremely rustic species, easy to grow and fit.
Planted isolated, in groups or in pots; it's a warning to please see it flower and have your presence in our garden.
Can be cultivated in full sun or half-shadow, infertile and well-drained soils, in tropical and subtropical climates.
I do not have an indoor garden so I am waiting until spring to plant. I will try planting closer to Feb or March in small pods watering with spray bottle, and slowly introduce the plants to outdoor conditions.