Fresh Cut Ruscus Aculeatus (Kokina / Butcher's Broom) – 70-90 cm Decorative Greenery Export Grade

<p>We supply premium export-grade <strong>Fresh Cut Ruscus Aculeatus</strong> (widely known in the floral trade as <em>Butcher's Broom, Kokina, or Tavşan Memesi</em>). Naturally grown and sustainably hand-harvested from lush, high-rainfall Mediterranean and Black Sea forest slopes, our Ruscus stems feature deep glossy emerald-green foliage, thick hardy stems, and outstanding vase life. Highly sought after by international flower auctions, wholesale florists, event decorators, and Christmas/holiday floral arrangement designers across Europe and worldwide.</p>

<h3>Foliage Characteristics & Regional Advantage</h3>

<p>Harvested exclusively from pristine forest belts that receive abundant natural rainfall, our Ruscus plants develop thick, resilient stems and vibrant leaf-like cladodes (phylloclades). The leaves are robust, non-shedding, and measure <strong>over 1.5 cm in length and width</strong>, delivering superior volume, rich texture, and visual density to floral bouquets, wedding arches, and festive wreaths.</p>

<h3>Product Specifications & Grading Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>Botanical Name:</strong> <em>Ruscus aculeatus</em> L. (Family: Asparagaceae)</li>

<li><strong>Common Trade Names:</strong> Ruscus, Butcher's Broom, Kokina, Tavşan Memesi, Box Holly, Knee Holly, Wild Ruscus Foliage</li>

<li><strong>HS Code:</strong> 0604.20.90.00 / 0604.20.19.00 (Foliage, branches and other parts of plants, without flowers or flower buds, being goods of a kind suitable for bouquets or for ornamental purposes - Fresh)</li>

<li><strong>Stem Length:</strong> 70 cm – 90 cm (Strictly graded, uniform stem heights per bunch)</li>

<li><strong>Leaf / Cladode Size:</strong> &gt; 1.5 cm length and width (Broad, thick, glossy dark green foliage)</li>

<li><strong>Grading / Selection:</strong> First Quality (Class 1) – Clean, straight stems, free from yellowing, insect damage, fungal spots, or mechanical tears</li>

<li><strong>Vase / Storage Life:</strong> 25 – 45+ days under optimal cold storage (+4°C to +8°C)</li>

<li><strong>Origin:</strong> Turkey (Sustainably foraged from certified high-rainfall mountain forest zones)</li>

<li><strong>Harvest Season:</strong> Autumn to Early Spring (Peak harvest: September – February, ideal for Christmas &amp; New Year markets)</li>

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<h3>Packaging & Bunching Standards</h3>

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<li><strong>Bunching:</strong> Tied in standard bunches of 5, 10, or 20 stems (secured with soft, food-grade rubber bands)</li>

<li><strong>Export Cartons:</strong> Heavy-duty, telescopic corrugated florist master boxes (Procona or standard export flower cartons with ventilation holes)</li>

<li><strong>Box Capacities:</strong> 100 to 250 stems per master box (depending on stem weight and branch lateral density)</li>

<li>Lined with micro-perforated humidity-retaining paper or perforated poly-sleeves to prevent dehydration during transit</li>

<li>Custom private labeling, stem barcodes, and customer-specified bunch tags available upon request</li>

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<h3>Logistics, Air Freight & Cold Chain Transport</h3>

<p>As a living, perishable decorative floral product, shipments are transported under strict temperature-controlled conditions (+4°C to +8°C with 85–90% relative humidity), complying fully with legal payload boundaries and road safety limits:</p>

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<li><strong>Air Cargo (Recommended for auction houses &amp; express florist delivery):</strong> Shipped via temperature-controlled ULD / PMC aircraft pallets directly to major European and overseas floral hubs (daily flight connections).</li>

<li><strong>Reefer Truck (Frigo Tır / Temperature-Controlled Road Freight):</strong>

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<li>Equipped with continuous thermograph tracking (+4°C to +6°C).</li>

<li>Approx. 1,000 to 1,400 floral master cartons (volumetric floral cargo).</li>

<li>Strictly capped at max 24 – 25 MT legal road axle limit.</li>

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<li><strong>40ft High Cube Reefer Container (Maritime Short-Sea routes):</strong> Approx. 20 – 24 MT (Strictly capped at the 25 MT maximum legal container payload limit).</li>

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<h3>Quality Assurance & Export Documentation</h3>

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<li>Complete official export documentation: Official Phytosanitary Certificate (confirming freedom from regulated pests/diseases), Certificate of Origin, Forest Sourcing / CITES Exemption Documentation (sustainable harvesting permits), Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Air Waybill (AWB) / CMR / Bill of Lading.</li>

<li>Pre-cooling immediately after forest collection to remove field heat and maximize freshness upon arrival.</li>

<li>Delivery terms offered: FCA (Airport), FOB, CFR, CIF, and DAP.</li>

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