How to tend a Strelitzia alba

Also known as: Heliconia alba L.f., Heliconia augusta Salisb., Strelitzia alba subsp. augusta (Thunb.) Maire & Weiller, Strelitzia angusta D.Dietr., Strelitzia augusta Thunb.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Like sunshine, high quality fruits in sunny places

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 2-3 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Madagascar
Category
Strelitziaceae, Ravenala
Size
Diameter ≥ 40 cm, height ≥ 100 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period July-August, fruiting period September-December
Flower colors
white, fruit color green blue
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