Strelitzia nicolai - Wild banana; white bird of paradiseHOW TO CARE FOR ME Humidity He really enjoys a moist environment, so mist him regularly to keep his leaves in tip top condition. Bright light He loves the sun. Loves it. Put him somewhere that will get him as much light as possible. Hes not made for shade. Regular watering He likes his soil moist, particularly in the warm months. Give him a drink whenever his top two inches of soil are dry.