What is a Kokedama?
What is a Kokedama?
Kokedama is a traditional Japanese art form that transforms plants into living sculptures. Instead of growing in a conventional pot, the plant's roots are enclosed within a handcrafted sphere, creating a beautiful, minimalist display that can be placed on our decorative stands or suspended as living art.
At Tropical Orchids, we've reimagined this ancient technique using sustainably sourced Kenyan coconut fibre rather than imported moss. This eco-friendly approach not only supports local industries but also creates a durable, breathable growing medium that helps plants thrive in Kenya's climate.
Each Kokedama is carefully handcrafted and delivered ready to display, bringing instant greenery and natural elegance to homes, offices, balconies, hotels, and commercial spaces.
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From Our Kokedama Blog
The Living Art Revolution: Kenya's Coco Fibre Kokedama
Discover what a coco fibre kokedama is, why we use Kenyan coco fibre instead of moss, and how these living sculptures are transforming homes across Nairobi.
The Art of Watering: How to Keep Your Coco Fibre Kokedama Thriving in Nairobi
Master the Tropical Orchids soak-and-drain method and learn exactly how often to water your kokedama based on your plant species and Nairobi balcony direction.
The Lush Standard: How Tropical Orchids Keeps Every Kokedama Looking Immaculate
Learn the exact nursery routine we use every day — placement, misting, neem oil, and seaweed feeding — to keep hundreds of kokedamas thriving.
The Ultimate Kokedama Plant List: The Best Plants for Coco Fibre Kokedamas in Kenya
From orchids and air plants to monsteras and sansevierias — discover which tropical plants thrive in a coco fibre kokedama and how to care for them in Nairobi.