Bird of paradise plant
Strelitzia reginae Banks
Strelitzia reginae, known as the bird of paradise plant, is a flowering plant in the family Strelitziaceae. It is native to the Cape Provinces and KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. The plant is an evergreen perennial, often grown for its striking flowers. It is cultivated in many regions and is a common houseplant in temperate climates.
Description
Strelitzia reginae, also called the crane flower or isigude, is a species in the Strelitziaceae family. It is found in regions including the Cape Provinces, KwaZulu-Natal, and parts of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The plant is characterized by its large, colorful flowers and is widely cultivated for ornamental purposes. It is popular as a houseplant in cooler climates due to its visual appeal and hardiness.
Other common names
bird-of-paradiseBird of paradise plantcrane flower
Distribution
TR · SC · IN · Galápagos Islands · East Africa · BR · Antioquia, Atlántico, Bolívar, Caldas, Cundinamarca, Magdalena, Quindío, Risaralda, Tolima, Valle · MH · Bangladesh · Cape Provinces · Comoros · Juan Fernández Is. · KwaZulu-Natal · Mexico Central · Mexico Gulf · Mexico Northeast · Mexico Southeast · Mexico Southwest · Manizales
Synonyms
Heliconia bihaiStrelitzia regalisStrelitzia reginae var. flavaStrelitzia reginae subsp. latifolia
