{"product_id":"bird-of-paradise-plant-large","title":"Bird of Paradise Plant (Strelitzia) – Large, 18 Inch Indoor Plant in Self-Watering Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia) brings a bold, tropical look to any bright room. Its broad, glossy, paddle-shaped leaves grow upright on long stems, giving it the feel of a small banana plant. This large, imported plant is about 18 inches (46 cm) tall and comes in a 5.5-inch cream plastic self-watering pot. It also makes a striking gift for a housewarming, birthday or new office.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe self-watering pot has a water reservoir and a level window, so the roots draw moisture as they need it. That makes it easier to avoid both overwatering and the dry soil that makes Bird of Paradise leaves curl.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to place it:\u003c\/strong\u003e a bright spot near a window, such as a living room, sunroom or bright office corner. It likes plenty of light and can take some direct morning sun. In low light it grows slowly and will not flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare at a glance:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e bright light, with a few hours of gentle direct sun if possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e keep the reservoir topped up and let the top 2–3 cm of soil dry before watering from above. Water less in winter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e average room humidity is fine. Wipe the leaves now and then to keep them glossy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e a balanced liquid fertiliser once a month from spring to early autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e splits along the leaves are natural and help the plant in wind. Curling usually means a watering or light problem.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndoors, Bird of Paradise grows mainly for its foliage. Mature plants in strong light can produce the orange-and-blue flowers the plant is named after, but this takes several years. Keep it away from pets and small children who might chew the leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaves curling or browning? See our guide: \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/plant-care\/birds-of-paradise-leaves-curling-7-alarming-reasons-and-how-to-fix-them\"\u003eBird of Paradise leaves curling – causes and fixes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Abana Homes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67610640417075,"sku":"BOPL30","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/8442\/1427\/files\/Sunny_Tropical_Plant_Living_Room.jpg?v=1791212740","url":"https:\/\/abanahomes.com\/products\/bird-of-paradise-plant-large","provider":"Abana Homes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}