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Giant Bird of Paradise
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Giant Bird of Paradise

Strelitzia nicolai
In the United States: Introduced · also called White Bird of Paradise, Wild Banana

Honeybees forage on the nectar-rich, bird-adapted flowers during peak bloom in spring and summer, providing a supplementary resource in subtropical settings. The plant forms large evergreen clumps that support consistent visitation once mature, typically after several years. Heavy flower heads may require staking to prevent damage from wind or weight.

Nectarmedium
Pollenlow
Bloom (US) March–June
TypePerennial
Sunfull
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