Banksia pods, also known as Banksia cones, are unique and intriguing structures derived from the woody shrubs and trees in the Banksia genus. These pods are distinctively shaped and the surface often features intricate patterns including pores or openings that contain the seeds of the plants. Our Banksia pods come from the Old-man Banksia, Banksia serrata, native to southeastern Australia. Old-man Banksia exhibit a wild-fire adaptation called “cone serotiny” in which the pores on the pods remain closed until exposed to high temperatures, after which they open and release their seeds.

Banksia pods are popular in floral arrangements and crafts due to their exotic shapes and textures. The woody nature of Banksia pods makes them suitable for carving and wood-turning. Woodworkers carve the pods creating unique sculptures or functional items like bowls and containers.

Our Banksia pods measure approximately between 2-3/4 and 4 inches in diameter and 5-1/2 and 10-1/2 inches in length.