| Storage Temperature: 36 - 38 F |
| Ethylene Sensitive: Some species are sensitive. |
| Description: Flower heads consists of woody,
leaf-like bracts surrounding a small cone or very small flower. Stems are long and
densely packed with stiff leaves that radiate out from the stem. |
| Colors: Reds, greens and yellows. |
| Botanical Facts: The name is from the Greek words
leukos (white) and dendron (tree) referring to the silvery foliage of some species. |
| Design Notes: Excellent line material. Wonderful
texture. Mixes will with other exotics and tropicals. |
| Purchasing Hints: Purchase stems without
black spots on stems or leaves. |
| Conditioning: Remove all foliage that will be
below the water line. Cut under water with a sharp knife. Hydrate in a solution of
warm water and commercial floral preservative / floral food for two hours before storage
or usage. |
| Additional Notes: Leaves usually turn
black due to lack of carbohydrate and warm temperatures. To reduce leaf blackening,
replace water and commercial floral preservative / floral food every two days. |
