Knowra Cut flower Cut flower A flower or flowering stem harvested for decorative use, especially in bouquets and floral arrangements. Its quality after harvest depends on handling, water uptake, and storage.
Vase life : The period a cut flower remains attractive and usable after harvest. It measures how long the flower withstands separation from its roots.
Floriculture : The cultivation and commercial production of flowering and ornamental plants. Cut flowers are one of floriculture’s major product groups.
Dutch flower industry : The Netherlands-based system of flower cultivation, trade, auctions, and distribution. Dutch growers and auctions helped establish large-scale international flower commerce.
Floriculture in the Netherlands : The cultivation of flowers and ornamental plants in the Netherlands, a leading global production and trading hub. Dutch greenhouse production demonstrates how energy-intensive cut-flower supply can be.
Potted plant : A plant grown in a container that holds its roots and growing medium. Unlike a cut flower, it remains rooted and can continue growing.
Transpiration : The loss of water vapor from plant surfaces, especially leaves and petals. Water loss can outpace uptake and cause cut stems to wilt.
Flower bouquet : A collection of flowers arranged and tied or otherwise assembled for display or gifting. Bouquets are a common finished use for cut flowers.
Aalsmeer Flower Auction : A major flower auction in Aalsmeer, Netherlands, operated by Royal FloraHolland. Its scale illustrates the infrastructure behind modern cut-flower distribution.
Flower farming in Kenya : The commercial cultivation of flowers in Kenya, including production for export markets. Kenyan farms supply distant markets while raising questions about water and labor.
Artificial flower : A manufactured imitation of a flower, made from materials such as fabric, plastic, or paper. It offers floral appearance without the perishability of a harvested stem.
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