Bird of Paradise (Crane Flower) - Strelitzia reginae
Rs. 549.00
Rs. 599.00
Bird of Paradise (Crane Flower) - Strelitzia reginae
Bird of Paradise (Crane Flower) - Strelitzia reginae
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About Bird of Paradise
The Bird of Paradise (Crane Flower) is admired for its vivid orange-and-blue flowers, which resemble a crane in flight, set against large, glossy paddle-shaped leaves. Native to South Africa, it brings a tropical, sculptural presence indoors.
Growing Conditions
- Light: Bright, indirect sunlight; tolerates some direct morning sun, which encourages flowering.
- Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix with compost and sand.
- Humidity: Thrives in moderate to high humidity; occasional misting is beneficial.
Placement
Makes a bold statement in living rooms and entryways, or on bright balconies and patios where its foliage has room to spread.
Care
- Watering: Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not soggy; let the topsoil dry slightly between waterings.
- Fertilizer: Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season to support blooming.
- Repotting: Repot every 2 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound - it can bloom more reliably once slightly pot-bound.
- Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves to keep the plant tidy.
Note: This listing ships a young potted plant. Growth rate and mature size vary by light, care, and environment. Seeds and pods are mildly toxic if ingested - can cause nausea and stomach upset in pets. Flowers and foliage are lower risk, but keep pets from chewing on seed pods.
Instructions
Instructions
- Watering: Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not soggy
- Light: Bright, indirect sunlight; tolerates some morning direct sun which encourages flowering
- Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil with compost and sand.
- Humidity: Moderate to high - occasional misting benefits the plant
- Fertilizer: Balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season to support blooming.
- Repotting: Every 2 years, or once root-bound
- Pruning: Remove spent flower stalks and damaged leaves
Delivery Info
Delivery Info
- Every plant is quality-checked before dispatch and packed with root-ball wrapping and moisture lock for transit.
- Delivery timelines depend on your pin code, courier network and weather conditions — tracking is shared as soon as your order is dispatched.
- Live plants are covered by our 10-Day Plant Protection against transit damage.
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999; Cash on Delivery is available.
- Some remote pin codes may not be serviceable for live plant delivery — this is shown at checkout before you pay.
FAQs
FAQs
How long until it flowers?
Bird of Paradise typically needs a few years of mature growth before it produces its signature crane-shaped blooms, though flowering time varies by plant and conditions.
Is it safe for pets?
The seeds and pods are mildly toxic if ingested and can cause stomach upset in pets - keep pets from chewing on seed pods.
Does it need direct sun?
It prefers bright, indirect light but tolerates some morning direct sun, which can encourage flowering.
Can it be grown indoors?
Yes, though it also does well outdoors on bright balconies and patios given enough space and light.
