{"product_id":"strelitzia-nicolai","title":"Strelitzia Nicolai (White Bird of Paradise)","description":"\u003csection id=\"strelitzia-nicolai\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e🌿 Giant banana-like foliage • ☀️ Partial shade to bright light • 💧 Regular watering • 🌴 Majestic XXL plant • 🏙️ 9 sizes available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStrelitzia Nicolai\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cem\u003eWhite Bird of Paradise\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003eGiant Bird of Paradise\u003c\/em\u003e, is a spectacular tropical plant with large, oval, glossy green leaves carried on long, slender petioles. Its banana-like foliage and rapid growth make it one of the few plants capable of transforming an interior into a true tropical jungle within just a few seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eNative to South Africa, it differs from Reginae — the other species in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/strelitzia\"\u003eStrelitzia\u003c\/a\u003e genus — through its imposing size and architectural foliage: while Reginae flowers easily in a compact size, Nicolai stands out above all as a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/grandes-plantas-plantas-xxl\"\u003estructural large plant\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- QUELLE VARIÉTÉ DE STRELITZIA CHOISIR ? --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"varietes-title\" id=\"varietes-strelitzia\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"varietes-title\"\u003eWhich Strelitzia variety should you choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/strelitzia\"\u003eStrelitzia\u003c\/a\u003e genus includes two species with very different characteristics — the choice depends on the space available and whether foliage or flowering is the priority:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrelitzia Nicolai\u003c\/strong\u003e (this plant) — giant banana-like foliage, majestic architectural form, white and blue flowers on mature plants, 5 sizes from H35 to H110 cm. The most imposing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/strelitzia-reginae-12cm-40cm\"\u003eStrelitzia Reginae\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — iconic orange and blue flowers, compact to medium size, easier and faster flowering indoors. The most floriferous.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eNicolai can reach 2 to 3 m indoors — plan the space from the moment you buy it, as its foliage spreads widely and its roots become powerful over time. Available in 9 sizes from H35 cm to H120 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eExposure \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eStrelitzia Nicolai\u003c\/strong\u003e is a light-loving plant — the more light it receives, the more vigorous its growth and the denser its foliage. It tolerates partial shade but produces fewer new leaves. A plant of this size needs space and room around it: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/plantas-xxl-cuales-elegir-y-como-integrarlas\"\u003eXXL plants\u003c\/a\u003e should be positioned according to a few practical guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to partial shade — large window, conservatory, bright living room with high ceilings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTolerates:\u003c\/strong\u003e a few hours of gentle direct morning sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvoid:\u003c\/strong\u003e harsh direct afternoon sun that dries out and scorches the large leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–25 °C, with no sudden fluctuations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich and well-draining - universal potting soil with perlite.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eThe leaves naturally split along their veins - this is an adaptation mechanism to wind in their natural habitat, not a sign of disease or poor care.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrelitzia Nicolai has higher water requirements than most houseplants - its large leaves transpire abundantly. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/prueba-del-dedo-el-metodo-infalible-para-saber-cuando-regar-tus-plantas\"\u003efinger method\u003c\/a\u003e remains the best guide: water when the top 3 to 5 centimetres of substrate are dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular - keep the substrate slightly moist without ever waterlogging it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 times a week in spring and summer; reduce slightly in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e water at room temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e mist the large leaves regularly, especially in a heated apartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential - a drainage hole in the pot is mandatory; empty the saucer after watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertiliser:\u003c\/strong\u003e liquid fertiliser for green plants, every 2 to 3 weeks in spring and summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eRegularly wipe the large leaves with a damp cloth - dust quickly builds up on broad surfaces, blocks the stomata and dulls the foliage's glossy sheen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant combinations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe giant foliage of \u003cstrong\u003eStrelitzia Nicolai\u003c\/strong\u003e instantly structures a large space - just one plant is enough to transform an empty corner into a tropical focal point. To build an arrangement around it, it serves as the anchor for a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/combinar-plantas-ambiente-tropical\"\u003etropical atmosphere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs an XXL centrepiece:\u003c\/strong\u003e place the H110 cm size in a large living room corner - slip it into a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cesta-selin-natural\"\u003enatural Selin basket\u003c\/a\u003e whose light-coloured fibres create a warm contrast with the glossy green of the large leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs an iconic tropical duo:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/monstera\"\u003eMonstera\u003c\/a\u003e - the Monstera's large, split leaves and Strelitzia's long, entire leaves create an instantly recognisable dialogue of tropical shapes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs an urban jungle arrangement:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/alocasia\"\u003eAlocasia\u003c\/a\u003e with large arrow-shaped leaves and a climbing \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/filodendro\"\u003ePhilodendron\u003c\/a\u003e for a trio of sizes and textures that fills the entire height of a room.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative pot and color scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e the deep, glossy green of the leaves stands out particularly well against a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cesta-jorck-negra-26cm\"\u003eblack Jorck basket\u003c\/a\u003e - the dark contrast intensifies the foliage's tropical feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurn the pot regularly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strelitzia naturally grows toward the light - a quarter turn every 2 weeks ensures even growth on all sides and prevents an asymmetrical shape.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepot when the roots outgrow the pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strelitzia roots are strong and can deform or crack a pot that is too small - repot in spring as soon as the roots emerge from the bottom, using a significantly larger container.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBe patient for flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicolai only flowers at maturity, generally after several years indoors, and only if the plant receives enough direct light - in the meantime, its architectural foliage is what gives it all its decorative appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003eIf the new leaves emerge smaller than the previous ones, this is a sign that the plant lacks light or nutrients - move it closer to a window and resume fertilizing in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eStrelitzia nicolai\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e White bird of paradise, giant bird of paradise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strelitziaceae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable formats:\u003c\/strong\u003e H35 cm | Pot Ø13 cm \/ H70 cm | Pot Ø17 cm \/ H70 cm | Pot Ø17 cm (2 shoots) \/ H90 cm | Pot Ø19 cm \/ H95 cm | Pot Ø19 cm \/ H80 cm | Pot Ø21 cm \/ H100 cm | Pot Ø21 cm \/ H120 cm | Pot Ø21 cm \/ H110 cm | Pot Ø24 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 200-300 cm indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight exposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright indirect light to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e rich and well-draining - universal potting soil with perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e regular - keep the substrate slightly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e rapid\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e toxic if ingested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tropical \/ Urban jungle \/ Architectural\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e giant banana-like foliage, rapid growth, white and blue flowers on a mature plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. The size and number of leaves naturally vary according to the selected format, light levels, and season.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"H35 cm | Pot Ø13 cm","offer_id":56266481631497,"sku":"25354","price":30.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H65 cm | Pot Ø17 cm (2 shoots)","offer_id":57032251900169,"sku":"25361","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H70 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","offer_id":56266481729801,"sku":"23191","price":40.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H70 cm | Pot Ø17 cm (2 shoots)","offer_id":56266481762569,"sku":"25356","price":44.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H80 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","offer_id":56266481860873,"sku":"16027","price":61.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H90 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","offer_id":56266481795337,"sku":"2790","price":46.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H95 cm | Pot Ø19 cm","offer_id":56266481828105,"sku":"9553","price":49.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H100 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","offer_id":56266481926409,"sku":"18848","price":69.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H110 cm | Pot Ø24 cm","offer_id":56266482024713,"sku":"15835","price":91.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H120 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","offer_id":57298701156617,"sku":"54187","price":62.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"H130 cm | Pot Ø21 cm","offer_id":57033380462857,"sku":"22119","price":72.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/strelitzia-nicolai-paradisier-blanc-oiseau-de-paradis-verdeia-5097439.jpg?v=1775233576","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/white-bird-of-paradise","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}