Bird of paradise (Strelitzia reginae)
Bird of paradise, also known as Mini craneflower, Queen's bird-of-paradise
The Bird of Paradise is a vibrant flowering plant originally from South Africa. It holds cultural significance there and is depicted on the nation's 50-cent coin. Despite not being native to the area, it has also been adopted as the official flower of Los Angeles. In their natural habitat, these flowers are pollinated by sunbirds.
Key Facts About Bird of paradise
Attributes of Bird of paradise
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
1.2 m to 1.8 m
Spread
30 cm to 90 cm
Leaf Color
Green Gray Silver Blue
Flower Size
8 cm to 10 cm
Flower Color
Orange Blue Yellow Purple White Green Red
Scientific Classification of Bird of paradise
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Gingers, bananas, and allies
Family
Bird of paradise flower
Genus
Bird of paradise
Species
Bird of paradise
Toxicity
Ingestion or significant physical contact with the sap