Strelitzia nicolai, commonly known as the Giant White Bird of Paradise, is an evergreen, clumping plant with a strong upright habit. It produces multiple stems from the base, each carrying large, paddle-shaped leaves held on long petioles. The foliage is deep green, broad, and slightly arching, forming a dense vertical structure rather than a single trunk.
It performs best in full sun to light shade and prefers well-drained soils, though it tolerates a range of soil types once established. Strelitzia nicolai is well suited to warm temperate and subtropical climates and performs reliably in coastal and exposed conditions. It tolerates wind and short dry periods once established, with maintenance generally limited to the removal of older or damaged leaves.
They look excellent when used for screening, boundary planting, courtyards, and large feature plantings in both residential and commercial landscapes. This species is commonly specified where year-round foliage, strong vertical structure, and reliable performance in warm climates are required.
