Description
Strelitzia parvifolia – Small-leaved Bird of Paradise
Family: Strelitziaceae
Packet: 5 seeds
Description
Strelitzia parvifolia is a South African bird-of-paradise relative noted for its relatively narrow leaf blades and distinctive upright foliage. Its bird-shaped orange and blue flowers resemble those of Strelitzia reginae.
Key Features
- Flower Colour: Orange with Blue
- Plant habit: Clumping narrow-leaved perennial
- Garden interest and important notes: An interesting alternative for collectors who enjoy architectural plants. Young seedlings take time to develop mature foliage and flowers; appearance can vary with growing conditions.
Growing Conditions
- Position: Full sun to bright part shade after establishment.
- Soil: Freely drained, moderately fertile potting or garden soil.
- Water: Regular water during active growth; do not leave roots waterlogged.
- Climate: Warm temperate to subtropical conditions, sheltered from strong frost.
Seed Propagation
- Prepare: Remove any orange aril and soak the hard seed in warm water for about 24 hours.
- Sow: Sow around one seed-depth deep in free-draining seed-raising mix.
- Germination conditions: Provide steady warmth around 23–26°C and consistent light moisture.
- After germination: Pot on when root systems are established; seedling growth is slow.
Seed-grown Strelitzia may take years to reach flowering size.
Germination advice: These instructions are a recommended guide. Germination results and timing may vary depending on seed freshness, storage, temperature and growing conditions. Alternative propagation methods may also be successful.
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