Pandanus

SEASONALITY
➜ Available Year-Round

DESIGN TYPE
➜ Foliage, Greenery

VASE LIFE
➜ Long-Lasting

LEAF LENGTH
➜ 60–150cm+

➜ Pandanus leaves can comfortably remain dry-packed in the cooler for several days before processing

➜ Allow the leaves to rest flat after unpacking so any gentle curves from shipping can naturally relax before designing

➜ Wipe each leaf clean before use to remove handling marks and bring out its naturally glossy finish

➜ Pandanus is incredibly flexible—curl, fold, weave, or loop the leaves to create custom mechanics and sculptural accents throughout your design

➜ If cutting the leaves into narrower strips, use sharp floral shears or a utility blade for the cleanest edges

➜ Save every offcut—even small sections are perfect for finishing corsages, boutonnières, flower crowns, and other detailed floral work

POSITIVES ➜
♡ Extremely versatile
♡ Great longevity
♡ Excellent structural value
♡ Endless design possibilities

NEGATIVES ➜
✗ Can have sharp leaf edges
✗ Requires some design confidence
✗ Not particularly beginner-friendly
✗ Looks like it judges poor mechanics

What makes pandanus different from other tropical foliage?
➜ Pandanus isn't just decorative—it's one of the few foliages specifically chosen because it can be folded, woven, braided, and sculpted into countless creative design elements

Do I have to leave the leaf whole?
➜ Not at all—many florists cut pandanus into strips or custom shapes, making it one of the most versatile foliage products for modern floral design

Can beginners work with pandanus?
➜ Absolutely—it takes a little experimentation, but it's one of the most rewarding foliage products to learn because there are so many creative ways to use it

What design style does pandanus complement best?
➜ It's a natural fit for tropical and contemporary work, but it's equally striking anywhere bold lines, movement, and artistic mechanics are part of the design

☆ Incredible design flexibility
☆ Perfect for contemporary and tropical work
☆ Excellent for custom mechanics
☆ Creates strong line and movement
☆ Florists become suspiciously crafty around it

☆ Anthurium
☆ Orchids
☆ Ginger
☆ Craspedia
☆ Dahlias
☆ Roses
☆ Poppies

☆ Pandanus is sometimes called screw pine, though it's neither a true pine nor a palm—it belongs to its own unique plant family

☆ The long, durable leaves have been woven into baskets, mats, hats, and textiles for centuries throughout tropical regions of Asia and the Pacific Islands

☆ In floral design, pandanus is valued as much for what it can become as for what it is—few foliage products offer the same level of creative freedom