Not Sure If This Bird Of Paradise Flower Will Be Ok

Question

My bird of paradise has a flower bud which does not look like it is going to open should I leave it or cut it off .This is the first flower bud that I have the plant is producing new leaves & I think it might be getting another bud I’m sending a picture Hope you can let me know what to do please ?

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Answer 1

I wouldn't be in a hurry to cut it off. It may bloom. If it starts turning brown and declining, then you can remove it. Here are some growing tips that may help:

https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/bird-of-paradise-strelitzia-reginae/

https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/bird-of-paradise/

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/bop/bird-of-paradise-as-a-houseplant.htm