Product Description
A faux bird of paradise tree at 5 ft, with PE foliage and stainless steel branches you can bend into shape and trust to hold it. Bird of paradise sells on scale — the big, paddle-shaped leaves fanning out on long stems are what make the species read as tropical rather than generic — and this tree reproduces the natural patterns of trunk and leaf faithfully, right down to the moss-covered soil detail in the pot.
The construction detail worth taking seriously here is the branch armature: stainless steel, flexible and resistant to breakage, so you can angle each leaf to suit the room and reshape the whole canopy whenever you move it. Stainless is a genuine durability step up from the plain steel wire used in some competing trees, because it will not rust inside a leaf sleeve over years of humidity from cleaning or a nearby kitchen.
The PE material has been tested against California's Proposition 65 standard — a testing regime for restricted substances — which is reassuring for a piece that lives in a home, office or reception space. Setup is a simple 2-step installation, and upkeep is a quick wipe with a cloth about once a month.
What are the exact dimensions and materials?
| Height | 5 ft, one size |
|---|---|
| Foliage material | PE, tested against California Proposition 65 |
| Trunk | Faithfully reproduced natural trunk patterning |
| Branch armature | Stainless steel, flexible and resistant to breakage |
| Pot | Moss-covered potting soil detail; pot material Not specified |
| Leaf count | Not specified |
| UV rating | Not specified |
| Placement | Home, office and warehouse decor, indoor and outdoor |
| Assembly | 2-step installation |
Artificial bird of paradise tree, or a real one?
| This tree | Live bird of paradise | |
|---|---|---|
| Branch material | Stainless steel armature, shapeable and reshapeable | No armature; branches grow where the plant puts them |
| Light required | None | Bright light, ideally some direct sun, year-round |
| Leaf splitting | None | Real leaves split along the veins in dry air or wind, which is normal but alarms new owners |
| Cost, year five | Nothing further | Repotting into progressively larger containers as it grows |
| Maintenance | A wipe with a cloth about once a month | Watering, feeding, humidity, and real space to grow |
A live bird of paradise eventually produces its namesake orange-and-blue flower, which no faux version can offer at any price; if the bloom is the point, that is the argument for growing the real thing despite the extra care.
What arrives in the box, and what do I have to do to it?
It ships compressed, with a 2-step installation once it arrives — a shorter setup than the branch-by-branch assembly some floor trees need. Bird of paradise leaves are large and can pick up creases in shipping, so plan to work each leaf flat by hand after the branches are in place; the stainless steel armature makes this easy and the shape holds once set.
If anything arrives damaged in transit, photograph it before unpacking further and contact us.
Who should not buy this?
- Direct, unshaded outdoor sun. This tree suits indoor spaces and sheltered spots; for a placement in full sun, choose a UV-rated model instead.
- Anyone who wants a fixed, no-touch canopy. The shapeable branches are the point of this tree — it rewards a few minutes of styling. If you want a piece that arrives fully finished, a smaller pre-formed plant suits better.
- Buyers who want the bloom. Only a live bird of paradise flowers. This tree is bought for the foliage.
Common questions
What does California Proposition 65 testing actually mean?
Proposition 65 is a California regulation requiring warnings on products containing certain chemicals above set thresholds. This tree's PE material has been tested against that standard — a specific claim about material composition and restricted substances, which is worth having on a piece that shares a room with people every day. It is a materials-safety standard rather than a fire or UV rating, so read it as exactly that.
Are the branches actually bendable?
Yes. The branch armature is stainless steel, flexible and resistant to breakage, built specifically so you can bend and adjust the branches to a preferred shape and have it hold. Stainless also resists rusting inside a leaf sleeve over years — a durability edge over the plain wire some competing trees use.
Can I put this outside?
It is made for indoor and outdoor decor, and a covered porch or shaded corner suits it well. For a spot in direct, unbroken sun, choose a UV-rated model instead — that is the placement where any artificial foliage without a stated UV rating will fade fastest.
How do I clean it?
A quick wipe with a cloth about once a month keeps it looking vibrant. Use a damp microfibre cloth rather than anything oil- or silicone-based — polish products tend to leave a glossy sheen that works against the matte, natural finish of the leaves.
Is assembly difficult?
No. It is a 2-step installation, which is on the simpler end for a floor tree in this category — most require seating a trunk and then opening out every branch individually. Allow a few extra minutes to smooth the large leaves flat after the branches are positioned, since broad leaves pick up shipping creases regardless of how simple the assembly is.