Strelitzia Reginae size:14cm Parlour palm

Parlour palm

though may not flower as easily

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The Philodendron Florida is a popular houseplant that's easy to care for and can add a tropical feel to any space

Strelitzia Reginae size:14cm Parlour palmBird of paradise. A popular ornamental plant suitable for indoors or outdoors makes a fabulous exotic entrance plant. Large, erect oval leaves grow on stems up to a metre long, giving the appearance of a paddle. Its iconic flower is produced from a green pink spathe, with brilliant orange and blue petals. Grows up to 2m tall. Loves full sun to part shade. Keep in rich, free draining soil and water when the top 2 inches of soil have dried out.