{"product_id":"strelitzia-nicolai-10-stk","title":"Giant white bird of paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant bird of paradise, white bird of paradise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Giant white bird of paradise, wild banana\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e is the largest and most impressive of all bird of paradise flowers. The species originates from the coastal regions of South Africa, where it grows as a small tree in forests and along rivers. With its enormous, banana-like leaves and sturdy trunks, it creates an almost tropical jungle look that few other plants can match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e can reach up to 10–12 meters in height, while in a pot or conservatory it typically remains significantly smaller. Over time, the plant forms multiple trunks from the base and develops an impressive, broad growth habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers are large and exotic with white petals and dark blue details. They resemble the flowers of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/strelitzia-alba-5-stk\" title=\"White bird of paradise (Strelitzia alba) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia alba\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, but \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e often develops more trunks and a more vigorous, tufted growth habit. Compared to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/strelitzia-reginae-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, the flowers are larger but less brightly colored, while the plant as a whole becomes many times larger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/strelitzia-juncea-5-stk\" title=\"Rush-leaved bird of paradise (Strelitzia juncea) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia juncea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e impresses with its elegant, rush-like leaves, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/smalbladet-paradisfugleblomst-strelitzia-parvifolia-fro-5-stk\" title=\"Narrow-leaved bird of paradise (Strelitzia parvifolia) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a rare collector's species with a slender growth habit, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily known for its size and its ability to create a tropical atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in bird of paradise flowers, you can also explore the rest of our collection of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/strelitzia-fro\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/strelitzia-fro\" title=\"Our entire collection of Strelitzia seeds\"\u003eStrelitzia seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, where you will find classic species, rare collector's plants, and exciting varieties such as \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia reginae 'Mandela's Gold'\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia juncea\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia alba\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia parvifolia\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in full sun to light shade and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained and nutrient-rich soil (we recommend our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/calathea-maranta-jord-mix-5-l\" title=\"Calathea \u0026amp; Maranta soil (5 L)\"\u003eCalathea \u0026amp; Maranta soil\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRegular watering during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGood humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWarm and bright conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-drained Mediterranean or tropical potting soil is ideal for cultivation. For optimal growth, you can advantageously use an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-tropisk-500-ml\" title=\"organic fertilizer for tropical plants\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species can tolerate brief, light frost, but in Denmark, it is best grown as a potted plant, greenhouse plant, or conservatory plant. During winter, it should be kept in a bright and frost-free location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the plant's vigorous growth and large leaves, ample space should be allocated if you wish to grow it to its mature size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing from seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e seeds germinate best under warm conditions. For the best results, we recommend:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFirst remove the orange \"tuft\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSoak in lukewarm water for 24–48 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSow in a well-drained soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature of 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination typically occurs within 4–12 weeks, but some seeds may take longer. The young plants gradually develop their characteristic broad leaves and eventually acquire their familiar tropical appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with other bird of paradise flowers, patience is required to grow the plant to a flowering-capable size, but the reward is one of the most spectacular tropical plants you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an ornamental and collector's plant. Its enormous leaves and majestic growth make it one of the most impressive plants that can be grown in conservatories and large greenhouses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors of exotic plants, the species represents a unique opportunity to create an almost tropical forest atmosphere with a single plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven without flowers, the plant is a striking focal point, and many grow it solely for its architectural growth and impressive size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow one of the world's most impressive bird of paradise flowers from scratch – a majestic plant with huge leaves, exotic flowers, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cem\u003eSee our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/introduktion-til-paradisfugleblomsterne-strelitzia\"\u003ecaring for Strelitzia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44121462243596,"sku":"EF-ST-003","price":3.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/products\/Strelitzianicolai.jpg?v=1675798963","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/strelitzia-nicolai-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}