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Strelitzia Nicolai

Latin name

Strelitzia Nicolai

Pronounciation

(strell-IT-zee-ah NI-kuh-lai)

Common name

White Bird of Paradice

Origin

Southern Africa

How easy am I to care for?

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The Strelitzia Nicolai is commonly known as the wild banana or giant white bird of paradise. It’s a species of banana-like plants – in optimal conditions it can grow up to 7-8m high. Individual leaves can be nearly 2m long from stem to base or leaf tip.

This plant can prove challenging to grow indoors – but the reward is worth the effort. This is a large and striking plant.

Caring for your plant

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Light

This plant thrives in the sun. Bright, full light is recommended.
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Watering

Soil should be moist, particularly in the warm months. Water whenever the top two inches of soil are dry.
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Pruning

Dead leaves and spent blooms should be cut off with a sharp knife or secateurs. Otherwise, no pruning is necessary.
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Feeding

A liquid plant food can be applied every four to six weeks.
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Pest & Diseases

Prone to attack by mealybugs and other sap-sucking insects.

Mill Pond Nurseries,
Mill Road,
Henham,
CM22 6AA

T: 0345 505 3333
E: enquiries@planteriagroup.com

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