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  Strelitzia Banks ex Dryand. bird of paradise     Strelitziaceae

This genus of about five species is native to South Africa. Strelitzia reginae, the species most used for the cut flower market, has several cultivars.

 
Strelitzia reginae
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Strelitzia reginae, partially opened
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