{"title":"Bird of Paradise","description":"\u003cp\u003eIt is easy to see why bird of paradise flowers got their name: their stunning orange and blue petals resemble the plumage of an exotic bird. Kremp Florist often features the tall and stately flowers in tropical flower arrangements that can transport the recipient to the island of their dreams. Not only is the bird of paradise a symbol of the tropics, but it also has ties to British royalty and has been featured in art and cultural symbols. Kremp Florist explains more about the birds of paradise that are just as fascinating to read about as they are to look at. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBirds of Paradise in the Wild\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirds of Paradise belong to the genus Strelitzia, which contains five varieties of these perennial flowering plants. The plant family is known as Strelitziaceae. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, you will recognize the bird of paradise plant by its large, oval shaped leaves that look like banana leaves. That’s no coincidence because the bird of paradise is related to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/humwp.ucsc.edu\/cwh\/bananas\/Site\/The%20Biology%20of%20the%20Banana.html\"\u003ebanana plant\u003c\/a\u003e. The leaves form a fan shaped collar around a tall stem that will hold the bird of paradise flower. The leaves and stem have a dusty green hue and the stem turns sharply at the top to look like a bird’s beak. A grouping of three orange petals interspersed with three blue petals blooms from the top of the beak-like part of the stem. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne interesting fact about birds of paradise is that they are pollinated by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/animals.sandiegozoo.org\/animals\/beautiful-sunbird\"\u003esunbirds\u003c\/a\u003e, rather than insects as many flowers are. The real birds land on the perch created by the flower’s head, and drink the nectar from the flower. Meanwhile, the birds’ feet become covered in pollen, which they then distribute to the next flower that they land on to take a drink. If not for these birds, birds of paradise would require hand pollination to reproduce. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrelitzia’s Many Names\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flower named Strelitzia has many names and nicknames, depending on which part of the world you find yourself in. The genus was named by Sir Joseph Banks, who was an English botanist and director of the royal gardens in the late 1700s and early 1800s. He honored the queen, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pbs.org\/wgbh\/pages\/frontline\/shows\/secret\/famous\/royalfamily.html\"\u003eCharlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz\u003c\/a\u003e, by naming this beautiful flower “strelitzia reginae.” \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore commonly, however, the flower is known as the bird of paradise because of its striking resemblance to a real bird of paradise with colorful orange feathers. It is also known as the crane flower (yet another bird reference) in South Africa, where the bird of paradise is native. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Artful Flower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhatever you choose to call this flower, there is no doubt that people have always been attracted to this bloom. South Africans took pride in one of their native flowers by featuring the bird of paradise on the back of their 50 cent coin. In 1952 the bloom was also declared the official flower of Los Angeles. Hawaiians also hold this wildflower dear to their hearts. Georgia O’Keefe painted one of her most famous works, “White Bird of Paradise,” in the 1940s while she spent time in Hawaii. The striking and sculptural flower is a natural choice for many cultural symbols and artworks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh Bird of Paradise Flower Arrangements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirds of paradise look just as beautiful in flower arrangements as they do in nature. Birds of paradise usually arrive at Kremp Florist with tightly closed blooms. Luckily, florists have a technique to carefully encourage the flower to open, showing off its bright orange and blue petals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBirds of paradise are most commonly found in tropical flower arrangements, when they are paired with other flowers like protea, orchids, ginger, anthurium, and calla lilies. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amxops.site\/flower-arrangements\/exotic-tropical-arrangements\"\u003eTropical floral designs\u003c\/a\u003e are often created in a container filled with floral foam so that florists can create precise and structural designs that showcase each bloom’s beauty. Birds of paradise generally soar high above other flowers atop their long stems. Just as they are accented by large and showy leaves in the wild, you will most likely find an interesting study of variegated tropical leaves complimenting your bird of paradise flower arrangement from Kremp Florist. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA flower arrangement containing birds of paradise will help you \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amxops.site\/flower-arrangements\/luxury-line\"\u003emake a big impression\u003c\/a\u003e for an anniversary gift or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/amxops.site\/occasions\/birthday\"\u003ebirthday gift\u003c\/a\u003e. Some people also consider birds of paradise a good choice for a masculine flower arrangement because of their strong and clean lines. If you love birds of paradise, contact Kremp Florist to get your custom arrangement of these stunning flowers today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"enticing-exotics","title":"Enticingly Exotic","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe stunning birds of paradise arranged with light greenery in a clear glass vase. A style of simplicity and grace that lets the unique floral variety be the true eye catching star of the show. An elegant selection that says the message of love, friendship, and celebration for any sort of occasion! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tropical flowers may require 24 hours or more for delivery. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kremp Florist","offers":[{"title":"Deluxe","offer_id":41887334400078,"sku":"EX1","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Standard","offer_id":41887334432846,"sku":"EX1","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/6410\/1454\/files\/img-1495_1.jpg?v=1762282659"},{"product_id":"of-the-tropics","title":"Of The Tropics","description":"One-sided tropical arrangement with varieties such as anthurium, protea, bird of paradise, ginger and more!  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Tropical flowers may require 24 hours or more for delivery.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Approximately 32\" x 22\"","brand":"Kremp Florist","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":41887337185358,"sku":"EX10","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/6410\/1454\/files\/Of-The-Tropics.jpg?v=1762282658"},{"product_id":"paradise-blooms","title":"Paradise Blooms","description":"Evoke thoughts of tropical isles and exotic shores with our Paradise Blooms arrangement. This one-sided floral piece is resplendent with vibrant birds of paradise, blooming Cymbidium orchids and a lush assortment of tropical foliage in a low, contemporary dish. Perfect as a centerpiece or for any occasion you wish to celebrate.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Tropical flowers may require 24 hours or more for delivery.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  Approximately 22\"H x 16\"W.","brand":"Kremp Florist","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":41887350685774,"sku":"PB1","price":120.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Deluxe","offer_id":41887350718542,"sku":"PB1","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/6410\/1454\/files\/Paradise-Paradise-Blooms-md.jpg?v=1762282640"}],"url":"https:\/\/amxops.site\/collections\/bird-of-paradise.oembed","provider":"Kremp Florist","version":"1.0","type":"link"}