Bird of Paradise
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Strelitzia reginae · Strelitziaceae

Bird of Paradise

天堂鸟花 · ストレリチア

Tropics Year-round
Scientific nameStrelitzia reginae
GenusStrelitzia
OriginSouth Africa
SeasonYear-round
FamilyStrelitziaceae
RegionTropics
Colours & SymbolismOrange/Blue: joyfulness; Tropical paradise; Freedom
About this flower

Strelitzia reginae, commonly known as the crane flower, bird of paradise, or isigude in Nguni, is a species of flowering plant native to the Cape Provinces and KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. An evergreen perennial, it is widely cultivated for its dramatic flowers. In temperate areas it is a popular houseplant.

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花語 · Chinese Meaning

自由与欢乐,花形如展翅飞翔的鸟,象征极乐世界的自由。

天堂鸟花是南非德班的市花,其独特的花形如同展翅欲飞的天堂鸟。

花の言葉 · Japanese Meaning

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