White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' Live Plant
4" Pot
$24.00
Sale price
$24.00
Regular price
$32.00
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White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' Live Plant
$24.00
Sale price
$24.00
Regular price
$32.00
White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai), also called the wild banana, is a dramatic, large-leaved tropical with tall, banana-like paddle leaves on woody stems — capable of reaching impressive heights indoors. A bold statement plant for a bright corner.
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Natural variation expected with live plants
Botanical Label
- Common name: White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai'
- Botanical name: Strelitzia nicolai
- Pot size: 3", 4", 6", 8" or 10" nursery pot (choose at checkout)
- Light: Bright, with some gentle direct sun
- Water: keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out).
- Difficulty: Moderate — a little particular but rewarding.
- Growth style: Large, paddle-shaped tropical leaves.
- Mature size: Grows into a fuller plant over time — mature size can vary by growing conditions.
- Lifespan: Can live for many years with regular care — varies by growing conditions.
- Pet safety: Not pet-safe — toxic to cats and dogs if eaten. Keep out of reach of pets.
- Best for: Shelves, desks, and bright corners.
- Vibe/personality: A characterful foliage houseplant.
Curator's Note: White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' is grown for its large, paddle-shaped tropical leaves — the bird of paradise (Strelitzia), grown for big paddle leaves (and, outdoors, dramatic flowers); it is toxic to pets. It brings a fresh, living accent to a bright spot indoors.
Why It Belongs in Your Collection
- Eye-catching large, paddle-shaped tropical leaves
- A characterful, rewarding houseplant
- Approachable, houseplant-friendly care
- Adds a fresh, leafy feel to a room
- Grows fuller and more established over time
- A lovely pick for a gift or your own collection
Care Notes from the Greenhouse
- Light: Bright light with some direct sun keeps White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' full and colorful — a few hours of gentle sun is ideal, but avoid harsh midday sun.
- Watering: Keep the soil lightly and evenly moist — White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' likes steady moisture and can wilt or crisp if it dries out fully. Don't let it sit in water, and ease off in winter.
- Humidity: Average household humidity is fine; it appreciates a little extra but doesn't need it.
- Temperature: Typical room temperatures (about 65–80°F). Keep it away from cold drafts and hot, dry vents.
- Soil: A good, well-draining potting mix in a pot with a drainage hole.
- Fertilizer: Feed lightly with a balanced houseplant fertilizer in spring and summer; pause in winter.
- Good to know: Give it the brightest spot you have — it can take some direct sun — and keep it evenly moist while growing.
- Care tip: Give it the right light and consistent watering, and White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' stays full and healthy.
Best Display Spots
- A bright spot with indirect light: where it can really thrive.
- Shelf or plant stand: an easy, leafy accent.
- Desk or tabletop: a fresh touch of green.
- Living-room corner: a calm, green accent.
- Office with good light: low-fuss greenery.
Best For / Think Twice If
Best for:
- Bright, indirect-light spots
- Growers who enjoy a little hands-on care
- People who love characterful foliage
- Shelves, desks, and brightening a corner
Think twice if:
- Homes with pets that may chew leaves — it is toxic
- People who often forget to water — it dislikes drying out fully
- Dim spots with no bright or direct light
- Anyone wanting a totally hands-off plant
Botanical Exhibit Notes
- White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' is the bird of paradise (Strelitzia), grown for big paddle leaves (and, outdoors, dramatic flowers); it is toxic to pets.
- It does best in bright light with a little direct sun — the right light keeps it full and healthy.
- It adapts to normal household humidity, which makes it easy to place.
- It is considered toxic to cats and dogs, so it's best kept out of reach of pets.
- With steady care it can live and grow for years indoors, though its size and look can vary depending on growing conditions.
From Our Greenhouse to Your Home
Florida Plant ships across the continental U.S. Your plant ships from Florida and California, USA, carefully packed in its nursery pot with soil unless noted. Orders dispatch within 1–4 business days, early in the week so plants don't sit over a weekend in transit.
During cold weather, orders to colder areas are sent with a heat pack, and we may hold delivery to very cold areas until it's safe to ship. Every plant is backed by our 48-hour live-arrival guarantee — contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos if there's an issue.
Because this is a live plant, each one is unique — size, fullness, color, and shape vary naturally, and minor cosmetic imperfections can happen. Give your plant a little time to settle in after it arrives.
Plant Questions, Answered
How often should I water White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai'?
Water keeping the soil lightly and evenly moist (don't let it fully dry out). It prefers to dry out a little between waterings rather than stay soggy.
What kind of light does White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' need?
Bright light with some direct sun keeps White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' full and colorful — a few hours of gentle sun is ideal, but avoid harsh midday sun.
Is White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' pet safe?
No. White Bird of Paradise 'Strelitzia Nicolai' is considered toxic to cats and dogs if eaten, so keep it out of reach of pets.
Why are my bird of paradise leaves splitting?
Leaf splitting is natural in breezy or bright spots and doesn't harm the plant. For fewer splits, shelter it from drafts; for healthy growth, give it lots of light and steady moisture.
Plant care at a glance
- Light
- Bright, indirect light
- Care level
- Moderate