Strelitzia Reginae Mandela’s Gold

21.5040.50

Min Temp : +5°C
Location: Sunny
Water requirements : Moderate
Flowering period : 3-6 (Healable)
Scented : No
Edible: No
Use: Container / terrace / houseplant
Evergreen: Yes
Height: 1-2m

Description

Strelitzia is a genus of four species found in South Africa. The name Strelitzia honours Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the wife of King George III of the United Kingdom.

Strelitzia nicolai can reach a height of 10 m, making it the largest species in the genus. The other species usually grow to a height of 2-6 m.

The leaves are 30-200 cm long and 10-80 cm wide, and resemble a banana leaf, but with a longer petiole. They are arranged in two rows and form a fan-like crown of evergreen foliage.

The flowers form a horizontal inflorescence and sprout from a sturdy bract.