Leucospermum truncatulum, commonly known as Buxifolia, is a South African-grown foliage filler used extensively in bouquet lines and large-scale retail floral ranges. Its textured, scale-covered stems create a sculptural, architectural effect, bringing height and definition to mixed arrangements. Buxifolia’s bold structure pairs well with softer florals, while its resilience and durability make it highly suitable for export and mass-market applications. Cultivated in the Western Cape, it is valued by floral wholesalers and retailers for its reliability and ease of use across bouquet formats and straight-line bunches.

Quality & Handling

• Harvested with attention to stem strength and foliage density, ensuring consistent grading across export consignments
• Post-harvest cold-chain management preserves its vibrant green colour and structural integrity
• Vase life is generally 12–16 days under retail conditions, making it one of the more durable greens in mixed floral lines
• For optimal performance, stems should be re-cut on arrival and placed in clean water with preservative
• Keeping stems well hydrated prevents foliage drying and maintains the fresh green appearance throughout distribution