Bird of Paradise Orange Without flowers

The Bird of Paradise Orange is a world famous, iconic tropical plant highly prized for its striking architectural form and unique, exotic blooms. Renowned for both its dramatic foliage and long lasting floral displays, it brings a bold, regal accent to bright indoor spaces and tropical landscapes alike.

Flower Specialties

• Bird Mimicry: The unique flower head closely resembles the crest and beak of a tropical bird in flight a natural adaptation designed to attract sunbird pollinators in the wild.

• Vibrant Color Contrast: Bright orange sepals contrast sharply with deep blue petals, all emerging from a rigid, purple-tinged green spathe.

• Extended Shelf Life: A single floral sheath opens multiple flower sets sequentially over time, keeping blooms fresh in a pot or vase for up to two weeks.

• Rewarding Patience: Seedlings mature slowly, typically taking three to five years before rewarding growers with their very first spectacular bloom display.

Care Guide

• ☀️ Light: Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily to encourage blooming. Indoors, place it directly next to a sunny South or West-facing window.

• 🪴 Potting & Media: Grows best in rich, organic, well draining soil media.

• 💧 Watering: Water deeply when the top two inches of soil feel dry to the touch. Ensure proper drainage and never allow the roots to sit in stagnant water.

• 🌡️ Temperature: Thrives best in warm conditions between 18°C and 27°C. Protect the plant from freezing drafts or cold drops below 10°C.

• 💨 Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity. Mist the leaves regularly or place near a humidifier to replicate its native tropical atmosphere.