What's Blooming In Paradise: White Bird of Paradise (Strelitzia nicolai) - CaptivaSanibel.com | Island Reporter, Captiva Current, Sanibel-Captiva Islander: "First impression: Exotic egret head in profile shaped flower of snow white, vibrant blues, and a sprinkle of magenta. The blossom is extra large measuring 12 inches long. Its long stemmed dark green leaves resemble the shape of a banana plant. All plant growth starts at the base; the flowers emerge in a fan shaped area of leaves and continue in a spiral up and up. I am in awe of this double story tall, tropical, unique plant. What a showstopper, any ornithologist would take a second look! You can see this non-winged wonder in bloom at the Botanical Gardens of the Sanibel Moorings."
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