Strelitzia - Bird of Paradise
An easy start with Strelitzia seeds or young plants
Anyone who has ever grown Strelitzia knows it can be
quite challenging. Evanthia has tons of experience and is
happy to do the initial work for you. As Strelitzia said
germination can be tricky, we've been offering Strelitzia
young plants for a quick and easy start. For some regions,
however, ordering young plants is difficult or impossible
because of import restrictions.
After ordering Strelitzia young plants, it usually the it takes about 14 to 20 weeks for the young plants to be ready to be
shipped to you. Register to receive our stock list to keep an eye on availability on even shorter notice, as we regularly
have high quality young plants of Strelitzia ready for you in our greenhouse, for immediate production. Contact our team
to order and ask them for the Strelitzia cultivation manual if you need one.
Strelitzia, a.k.a. Bird of Paradise, is a popular subtropical foliage plant, well-known for its exotic large, upright,
banana-like leaves and extraordinary flowers. It makes for a great houseplant and can be used outdoors during
warmer period as well. Majestic, grand and impressive... this applies to all three Bird of Paradise varieties offered by
Evanthia. But what exactly is the difference between the Strelitzia varieties? Let's compare!
Strelitzia reginae:
Most well-known variety, widely used for pots and cut flower culture. Strelitzia reginae grows vibrant
orange and blue flowers among its fresh green leaves. Commonly known as Queen's Bird of Paradise.
Strelitzia nicolai: The leaves of S. nicolai are fewer but larger than the more commonly known S. reginae. They
stand up tall and more straight too. S. nicolai grows striking blue and white flowers, nestled within its greyish/green
leaves. Because of its height, Strelitzia nicolai is commonly known as Giant Bird of Paradise.
Strelitzia reginae Mandela's Gold: You can always count on Evanthia to have rare varieties available, that make you
stand out from the rest. Strelitzia Mandela's Gold is one of those varieties you don't come across often. It is
distinguished by its extraordinary golden-yellow flowers and also known as Kirstenbosch Gold. It's strong
growth habit and outstanding leaf color can be compared to the regular S. reginae.
Strelitzia juncea: This strelitzia has the same care as other Strelitzias and is just as easy to keep. The flowers appear in early spring, they are bright orange/blue in color and are about 20 cm tall. They are distinguished from the flowers of the reginae by a red vein at the bottom of the flower.
Rhapis Excelsa
Evanthia supplies high-quality, fresh Rhapis excelsa seeds, sourced from Brazil. As these seeds have a limited shelf life, they are imported exclusively to order. This ensures you receive optimal quality and germination power as the foundation for successful cultivation.
Drought-tolerant plants are becoming increasingly important for growers
Less water, same quality
In various production regions, pressure on available water resources is increasing. As a result, growers are actively seeking crops that use water more efficiently without compromising on quality, uniformity, and ornamental value.
"We observe that growers are increasingly requesting varieties that maintain stable performance under challenging conditions. This is not only due to regulations but also because their customers are more explicitly demanding it."
FlowerTrials® 2026: a week full of inspiration, networking and new opportunities
An updated Evanthia presentation
This year, we presented Evanthia Flowers and Evanthia Tropical together in a revamped booth. It was an inspiring environment where visitors could get acquainted with our wide range: from seeds and young plants to flowering finished products and distinctive tropicals.
The combination of Flowers and Tropical showcased what Evanthia stands for: quality, innovation, and a strong foundation for successful cultivation worldwide.