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Bird of Paradise – 40cm, Nursery
Bird of Paradise
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The ultimate statement plant for UAE homes, the Bird of Paradise creates an instant tropical feel with its large, dramatic leaves.

The bird of paradise is for those looking to create a "Jungle-vibe".
Featuring big leaves (similar to a banana tree), and takes up a good amount of space. This indoor plant is our most popular statement piece.

Also known as the giant bird of paradise or white bird of paradise (Strelitzia nicolai). It is the tall, banana-leaf bird of paradise plant that Dubai homes use to fill a big corner.

Sizes: choose your height: 40cm, 80cm, 120cm or 150cm.

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It can adapt to medium light; water less often there. Keep it out of direct midday sun.
Water: Let the soil dry out between waterings. Check the soil every 1-2 weeks. In UAE homes with the AC on, check with your finger before watering.

Pets: not pet-safe. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Not to be confused with our Bird of Paradise Reginae (Strelitzia reginae), the smaller crane-flower type with a fan of thicker, leathery leaves. This Nicolai is the one for height and big leaves.

Delivered across the UAE: we deliver in Dubai and across the UAE. Choose the Circle pot for a cement planter handmade in the UAE by Plntd, or keep the plant in its nursery pot.

Botanical name: Strelitzia Nicolai

Bird of Paradises grow best in spaces with bright indirect light, where the sun is soft or diffused. They can adapt to medium light, though be careful to not overwater it, as the soil will take longer to dry with lesser light. Avoid placing it under direct midday sunlight (especially during the summer), since that may scorch your Bird of Paradise's leaves. Never place it in a dark spot, since the soil will almost definitely take too long to dry out, which will cause your Bird of Paradise's roots to rot (a death sentence).
Medium light diagram

Let the soil dry out between waterings

Every 1-2 weeks, stick your finger 30-50% into the soil:

  • If you feel ANY moisture, at all, wait longer before watering.
  • If the soil feels COMPLETELY DRY, then it’s time to water.

Note: the more light it gets, the more often it'll need to be checked & watered

Discard excess water

When watering, fully water the entire soil mixture. Then, allow all the excess water to drain out the bottom of the pot’s drainage holes. Discard that water.

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Bird of Paradise

AED 109
AED 109
Height (including pot)

*Heights include pot

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Circle
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Tolerant to direct sunlightTolerant to direct sunlight
Natural HumidifierNatural Humidifier
Air purifyingAir purifying

The ultimate statement plant for UAE homes, the Bird of Paradise creates an instant tropical feel with its large, dramatic leaves.

The bird of paradise is for those looking to create a "Jungle-vibe".
Featuring big leaves (similar to a banana tree), and takes up a good amount of space. This indoor plant is our most popular statement piece.

Also known as the giant bird of paradise or white bird of paradise (Strelitzia nicolai). It is the tall, banana-leaf bird of paradise plant that Dubai homes use to fill a big corner.

Sizes: choose your height: 40cm, 80cm, 120cm or 150cm.

Light: Bright, indirect light is best. It can adapt to medium light; water less often there. Keep it out of direct midday sun.
Water: Let the soil dry out between waterings. Check the soil every 1-2 weeks. In UAE homes with the AC on, check with your finger before watering.

Pets: not pet-safe. Keep it out of reach of cats and dogs.

Not to be confused with our Bird of Paradise Reginae (Strelitzia reginae), the smaller crane-flower type with a fan of thicker, leathery leaves. This Nicolai is the one for height and big leaves.

Delivered across the UAE: we deliver in Dubai and across the UAE. Choose the Circle pot for a cement planter handmade in the UAE by Plntd, or keep the plant in its nursery pot.

Botanical name: Strelitzia Nicolai

Bird of Paradises grow best in spaces with bright indirect light, where the sun is soft or diffused. They can adapt to medium light, though be careful to not overwater it, as the soil will take longer to dry with lesser light. Avoid placing it under direct midday sunlight (especially during the summer), since that may scorch your Bird of Paradise's leaves. Never place it in a dark spot, since the soil will almost definitely take too long to dry out, which will cause your Bird of Paradise's roots to rot (a death sentence).
Medium light diagram

Let the soil dry out between waterings

Every 1-2 weeks, stick your finger 30-50% into the soil:

  • If you feel ANY moisture, at all, wait longer before watering.
  • If the soil feels COMPLETELY DRY, then it’s time to water.

Note: the more light it gets, the more often it'll need to be checked & watered

Discard excess water

When watering, fully water the entire soil mixture. Then, allow all the excess water to drain out the bottom of the pot’s drainage holes. Discard that water.

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Plant quality
Poor health; pruned to hide problems
The best; MSPA+* plants only
Inconsistent
Pests
Almost always
Triple-checked
~ Coin-toss
Repotting
Immediately needed
Fresh soil; not needed
~ Varies
Growing conditions
Outdoor grown; will stress indoors
Specialty-grown & ready for indoors
Mix of grower standards
After sale plant help
WhatsApps; SOS calls
Guaranteed
14-day full refund
Pots
Low quality; meh
Beautiful and made by us
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*MSPA+ is the highest quality grade used by Dutch growers. Plants rated MSPA+ are determined to be healthy, visually perfect; and free from damages/defects. MSPA+ is the premium tier — the best of the best.
Plant nurseriesNurseriesPlntd PlantPlntdOthersOthers
Price$$$$$$$$$
Plant qualityPoor health; pruned to hide problemsThe best; MSPA+* plants onlyInconsistent
PestsAlmost alwaysTriple checked~ Coin-toss
RepottingImmediately neededFresh soil; not needed~ Varies
Growing conditionsOutdoor grown; will stressSpecialty grown for indoorsMix of grower standards
After sale plant helpNoneWhatsApps; SOS callsNone
GuaranteedNone14-day full refundNone
PotsLow quality; mehBeautiful & made by usOverpriced
*MSPA+ is the highest quality grade used by Dutch growers. Plants rated MSPA+ are determined to be healthy, visually perfect; and free from damages/defects. MSPA+ is the premium tier — the best of the best.

FAQ

Caring for your Bird of Paradise
Bird of Paradise plants thrive in bright, direct light and can even handle several hours of full sun indoors. Avoid direct sunlight during summer afternoons.

Best placement: Right next to a south or west-facing window. In cooler months, you can move them closer to direct sun for extra growth.

If light is too low: Leaves may remain small and growth will slow.
Water every 1–2 weeks, allowing the top 30–50% of soil to dry before watering again.
Bird of Paradises prefer consistent moisture during active growth but should never sit in soggy soil.

How to check: Push your finger into the soil — if the top half of the soil feels dry, it’s time to water.

Why this matters: In nature, they receive regular rainfall, prolonged drought indoors can cause leaf edges to brown, while overwatering can cause root rot.

Watering tip: When watering your plant, evenly water the entire soil mixture until you see water draining from the bottom of the nursery pot. After allowing all the excess water to drain out, discard that water.
Repot every 2–3 years, or when the roots are starting to come out of the nursery pot. Whichever comes first.

Why not repot right away? Bird of Paradise plants often experience mild transplant shock — waiting at least 6 months after receiving them allows for smoother adjustment.

Best time to repot: October to May, when the plant is actively growing.
Yes! Bird of Paradises benefit from regular fertilizing. If you live in the UAE, fertilize once a month from October to May, when your Bird of Paradise is actively growing.

During the peak summer months (June–September), growth will slow due to extreme heat, so reduce or pause fertilizing if your plant isn’t actively growing. Over-fertilizing can stress the plant and lead to leaf burn.
Yes, as a last resort — Bird of Paradises are moderately tolerant of UAE tap water, which contains chloramine. However, long-term exposure can still lead to leaf tip browning, so only use tap water if there are no other options.

Better options: Filtered water or distilled water, especially if you notice leaf tip browning.

To distill water, boil in a kettle at 100 degrees celsius and allow the water to cool down to room temperature overnight.
Yes — Bird of Paradises grow steadily and can reach 2–3m tall indoors over several years if given enough light, space, and care.
No — all parts of the Bird of Paradise are toxic to cats and dogs if ingested, potentially causing vomiting, lethargy, or other digestive issues. Keep away from pets.
Yellow leaves: Usually from overwatering, poor drainage, or insufficient light.
Brown edges or tips: Often caused by low humidity, inconsistent watering, or mineral build-up from tap water.
Splits in leaves: Completely normal — these help the plant withstand wind in its native environment.

If you ever need some extra help caring for your Bird of Paradise, feel free to send us a message on WhatsApp or book a plant care call with us.
Yes — while tolerant of normal indoor humidity, Bird of Paradise plants prefer moderate humidity to keep their large leaves healthy.

Why: Large leaves lose moisture quickly in dry air, leading to crispy edges.

Tip: Mist the leaves once a day to boost humidity.
Yes — as long as it’s not in the direct path of cold air from an AC vent. Cold drafts can stress the plant and cause leaf edge browning.
Yes you can. To schedule a delivery date, reach out to us via Whatsapp or phone call with your order # and your preferred delivery date.
Yes, we offer a 4 hour express delivery option to most locations in Dubai. If you place your order before 7.00pm and the selected product is eligible, an express delivery option will be available on checkout.
If you miss the cut-off, it will automatically be scheduled for the next day.
Definitely. We will deliver to whichever address inputted under the "shipping address" section in checkout. This is where you can enter the details of the recipient.
We never include receipts or pricing information inside the box, so you don't have to worry about that.
Yes you can. Select the "add a gift message" option in your cart to include a custom message along with your order. We’ll print the message on card and include it with the plant.
Our plants always arrive safely and looking presentable, but if you want to make it feel a bit more special, you can select between an additional red or green gift wrapping option for AED 29.
We know plants don't do well sitting outdoors in the UAE.
If the delivery address is to an apartment building, we will leave your gift order outside the receiver's door.
If the delivery is to a villa, our drivers will try to call the recipient or number on the shipping address to coordinate a safe drop-off.
If we can't reach them, we'll bring the plant back with us and arrange a better delivery time so the plant stays healthy.
We package everything carefully and take extreme care when delivering our plants.
If, for whatever reason, the plant or pot arrives damaged, just reply to your order confirmation email or Whatsapp us with a quick and we'll sort out a replacement for you right away.
Because of their large, paddle-shaped leaves, Bird of Paradises become a focal point in a space. Making it a good gift for a housewarming or a big milestone.
Our priority is to get your houseplant to you as safely as possible and ensure that it flourishes when it gets there.

Your plant will arrive in its nursery pot, securely packaged to protect the leaves and prevent soil spillage.

Once received, place your plant in the spot you plan to keep it in and leave it there until it is time to repot, allowing it to acclimate to its new environment.

There are some exceptions to this approach, specifically with our range of micro succulents, that tend to acclimate just fine outside of their nursery pots. So, we've gone ahead and repotted those plants for you.
As part of our guarantee, we offer free replacements for orders damaged during delivery.
Absolutely — our WhatsApp Chat is open daily for questions or booking plant care calls, and our Plant Care 101 guides include tips specific to your plants.
Select the "Make This a Gift?" option on the product page.

You can edit the name on our packaging, add giftwrapping and even include a personalized note.
Dubai: Order before 9pm for next-day delivery by 7pm. Same-day express (AED 49) on most plants: order before 9pm, delivered within 4 hours.
Abu Dhabi: Every 1–3 days
Sharjah and Ajman: Every 3–4 days
Al Ain: Every 5–7 days
Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain: Every Saturday (order by 5pm Friday)
Fujairah, Khor Fakkan, Dibba and Kalba: Every Sunday (order by 5pm Saturday)

You will receive both WhatsApp and email updates when your order is out for delivery.
For more details, please read our full shipping policy here.
Apartments: Our delivery partner will leave it safely at your door.
Villas/Townhouses: We will not be able to leave your plant outside your door as the intense heat may shock/distress your plant.

If you know this is the case, please include alternative instructions (e.g. leaving your plant with a neighbor) in the checkout page and our drivers will deliver your order accordingly.
Yes — message us on Whatsapp to request a delivery date.
Yes — our 14-Day Plant Guarantee. If your plant arrives damaged or isn't thriving within 14 days, we replace it free or refund you. Changed your mind? Return within 14 days in the original pot and packaging (23 AED collection fee).
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