Koala Fern
Koala Fern (Rhodocoma gigantea) is a fine-textured restio foliage with feathery, upright plumes in vibrant green. With excellent vase life, consistent grading, and reliable shipping performance, it is a versatile filler for bouquet and retail floral programmes.
Rhodocoma gigantea, marketed as Koala Fern, is an indigenous South African restio species highly sought after in the cut-flower trade for its fern-like appearance and airy texture. Its tall, feathery plumes create movement and volume, making it a versatile filler foliage across large-scale bouquet production, supermarket floral lines, straight bunches, and seasonal promotional ranges. Grown in the Western Cape, Koala Fern offers buyers an indigenous greenery that balances lightness with durability in mass floral applications.
Quality & Handling
- Harvested under cold-chain conditions and graded for uniform stem length, plume density, and colour consistency
- Resilient foliage with a vase life of 14–21 days under proper care
- Re-cut stems prior to hydration and place in clean water with floral preservative to maximise performance
- Allow sufficient rehydration after shipping to restore freshness, flexibility, and natural sheen
- Strong travel performance makes it suitable for export markets
- Lead times and freight rates vary by destination.
- All products are subject to seasonal availability, please contact us for current availability, pricing and export options.
- Bulk pricing available for large-volume orders; minimum order quantities apply.
- Dedicated export solutions with competitive freight arrangements.
