Ozothamnus (rice flower)
Ozothamnus — the Australian native sometimes called rice flower for its clustered pearl-like buds — is a signature filler for modern bridal work. Its neutral cream tones sit beautifully alongside white or blush focal flowers, and its 3-week vase life makes it the most cost-efficient filler per day of any commercial commercial variety. Dries in place with no loss of shape.
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Australia |
| Peak season | May, June, July, August |
| Availability | April, May, June, July, August, September |
| Stem length | 50–80 cm |
| Vase life | 10–21 days |
| Colors | white, cream, blush |
| Price tier | mid |
Cut stem end at 45°, remove foliage below waterline. Ozothamnus is exceptionally long-lasting — no special conditioning needed.
- •Change water every 3-4 days
- •Dries in place — no special preservation required
- •Works dry as well as fresh
1 named rice flower cultivars from the Lacy Bird master catalogue — each a distinct commercial variety.
Entries marked ✦ come from the Acanta master catalogue — the shared database of cut flowers, forms, colours and named varieties that florists and studios build on. The rest are our editorial genus reference. What is Acanta →
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Botanical reference
- Common name
- riceflower
- Also known as
- rice flower, sago bush, diosmifolium, Elichrysum diosmifolium, Gnaphalium diosmaefolium, Gnaphalium diosmifolium, Gnaphalium piluliferum, Helichrysum diosmifolium
- Distribution
- New South Wales, Queensland
Open-data sources: GBIF, Wikidata (CC0/CC BY)
Frequently asked questions
When is Ozothamnus (rice flower) in season?
Ozothamnus (rice flower) peaks in May, June, July, August, and florists can usually source it April, May, June, July, August, September. Availability shifts by region and greenhouse supply.
How long does Ozothamnus (rice flower) last in a vase?
Expect 10–21 days with proper conditioning — a clean vase, fresh water every couple of days, flower food, and a cool spot away from ripening fruit and direct heat.
What can I use instead of Ozothamnus (rice flower)?
Good substitutes for Ozothamnus (rice flower) include Waxflower, Ammi, Chamomile. Match on look, colour and season — our substitute finder ranks the closest alternatives.
What does Ozothamnus (rice flower) symbolise?
Ozothamnus (rice flower) is associated with longevity, subtlety.
How do you care for cut Ozothamnus (rice flower)?
Change water every 3-4 days
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