SYMPTOM: Yellowing lower leaves, wet potting mix Treat pests as soon as they appear with weekly sprays of a natural pesticide like neem oil and regular wipe-downs of the plant.ĬAUSE: Normal adaptive precaution to help the plant bear strong winds in its natural habitat The Bird of Paradise is an easy-going plant and is generally pest-free but can be prone to spider mites. Common Problems with Growing Birds of Paradise Mix in ingredients such as perlite or lava rocks to increase soil aeration as needed. It’s best not to let it go below 60☏ (15☌). Most houseplants prefer temps in the 65☏-85☏ range (18☌-30☌). Consider incorporating a fine-mist mister or humidifier to boost the humidity level indoors. Normal room humidity will do, but the Birds of Paradise prefers humid conditions if possible. Pro tip: Birds of Paradise can benefit from filtered water or water left out overnight before using. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light. Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Thrives in bright indirect light to full sun when acclimated. Learn how to care for a Bird of Paradise below. In doing so, they eliminate the risk of being snapped in half by a strong wind. They have evolved to create splits along their lateral leaf seams to allow the wind to pass by. The split leaves that give the Bird of Paradise its bird-like morphology is scientifically believed to be purposeful leaf tearing or lobing of leaves to reduce drag in the wind. Under the right conditions, including full, southern light exposure, proper humidity, and temperature, Bird of Paradise may flower indoors, although this is rare. They are known for bright orange-blue colors, however, there are also white birds of paradise. These regal plants (for which they are named, reginae) are named for the beautiful, orange crane-like flowers that they produce, like birds of paradise. Many often mistakenly call this plant the “banana tree” because it looks like banana plants. Given its own family Strelitziaceae by taxonomists, it is still closely related to bananas (Musaceae). Strelitzia reginae is a species of evergreen tropical herbaceous plant, native to South Africa.
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