The Strelitzia is characterized by beautiful, large and green leaves. This plant has its origin in South Africa. Because of the well-known large leaves you really get a beautiful jungle feeling at home. In nature, this beautiful plant can grow up to 10 meters high. With a tropical look and fresh green leaves, the strelitzia is a fantastic addition to your living room.
How do I take care of my Strelitzia?
The Strelitzia is a fast-growing plant and needs a lot of water during the spring and summer months. So always make sure that the soil is moist, but make sure that the roots do not get stuck in permanent water. This can cause root rot. In winter the Strelitzia has a growth break and therefore consumes less water. Let the strelitzia dry out occasionally during this period so that any fungi do not have a chance.
Where should I place my Strelitzia?
The Strelitzia should always be in a light place, this is essential for the health and appearance of the plant. So always place the strelitzia near a window. The Strelitzia can tolerate full sun, but needs to get used to it. For example, gradually increase the number of hours of sunshine per day. The minimum temperature for this plant is 15°C. The plant does well in the garden or on the terrace, but it certainly cannot withstand frost. Therefore, let the Strelitzia overwinter indoors with a minimum temperature of 10°C.
How do I prevent illnesses in my Strelitzia?
A disease that sometimes occurs in strelitzia but is easily treated is the scale insect. If your strelitzia suffers from this, you can rub the louse off the strelitzia with a cloth. And if you spray the leaves every now and then, you shouldn't be bothered by spider mites. This creature makes small cobwebs in the leaf tips. If you do suffer from it, we recommend that you treat it with a chemical or biological pest control agent.
