Bird Of Paradise Tropical
Strelitzia reginae
Orange-and-blue crane flowers above clumping banana-like leaves. Outdoor perennial on the coast; container tropical elsewhere in Texas.
Landscape use
Tropical specimens, containers, poolside plantings, courtyards.
Care
Full sun to light shade. Moderate water. Protect from hard freezes or grow in pots. Blooms best when slightly root-bound.