Bird of Paradise

Common Names: Bird of Paradise

Bird of Paradise

Named for their similarity in shape to the heads of tropical birds, these have multicolored 6-inch flowers held inside green, pointed bracts. Their blooms are bright orange with purple and live one to two weeks.

Strelitzia is a South African genus of perennial plants named after the duchy of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, home of the former Queen Charlotte of England. The common name of the genus is bird of paradise, because of the resemblance of its flowers to the bird of that name.

The genus is sometimes included in the banana family, Musaceae.

Species include:

Tropical Beauty: Serenade her with this elegant arrangement. Let her know she's still your special lady.

Tropical Oasis: Add a splash of tropical flavor to spruce up any room in the house or office. Your friends and colleagues will thank you!

Birds of Paradise: They're into things contemporary. And unusual. They'll adore this wonderfully exotic bouquet.

Paradise found: They don't have to leave home to travel to exotic places. This fantastic arrangement is their magic ticket.


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