caudataĪlso known as the “mountain wild banana,” S. These imposing plants are found growing wild in coastal areas of the western Cape region of South Africa and in Madagascar. alba blooms from July to December in the northern hemisphere. Often called the white-flowered banana plant thanks to its white flowers and banana-like leaves, S. These evergreen, herbaceous flowering perennials can grow to shocking heights in optimal conditions. alba is one of three tree-like Strelizia species, along with S. nicolai, are a massive, impactful piece of landscaping at well-known theme parks like Disneyland.
Some make perfect potted plants, like the relatively short S. This striking plant is part of the Strelitziaceae family and there are five main species in the Strelitzia genus.