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Blue Pansy Butterfly Velvet Occasional Cushion

$49.95
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Discover the beauty of Far North Queensland’s most eye-catching, well-loved butterflies and moths.

Inspired by the vivid hues of the Blue Pansy Butterfly, this 45cm plush cushion features soft, high-quality fabric and detailed rainforest artwork. A perfect occasional cushion or accent pillow, it brings colour and calm to any space, ideal for butterfly lovers and tropical interior styling.

NOTE: This product is available for local pick-up only due to the size of the parcel. Unfortunately, we are unable to ship this item.

Discover the beauty of Far North Queensland’s most eye-catching, well-loved butterflies and moths.

Inspired by the vivid hues of the Blue Pansy Butterfly, this 45cm plush cushion features soft, high-quality fabric and detailed rainforest artwork. A perfect occasional cushion or accent pillow, it brings colour and calm to any space, ideal for butterfly lovers and tropical interior styling.

NOTE: This product is available for local pick-up only due to the size of the parcel. Unfortunately, we are unable to ship this item.

  • • Dimensions: 45cm x 40cm
    • Material: Soft short-plush fabric (durable synthetic fibre with a velvety feel)
    • Design: Double-sided print with discreet side zip
    • Filling: Plush stuffing included (note: shipping rates may be higher for this product)

  • The Blue Pansy Butterfly (Junonia orithya) is a radiant jewel of Far North Queensland, gracing sunny open clearings and gardens during the warmer months. Found across eastern Australia and extending through South-East Asia and Africa, this nymphalid is admired for its vivid colours and prominent eyespots.

    Males display velvety black forewings with white highlights and shimmering blue hindwings adorned with striking orange-ringed ocelli. The underside of the wings is patterned in wavy brown, providing excellent camouflage in dry-season environments.

    The caterpillar is black with yellow speckles, an orange head, and branching hairs. It feeds on a variety of host plants, including Thunbergia, snapdragons (Antirrhinum), Angelonia, and other herbaceous vines. Pupation occurs in a spiny, well-camouflaged chrysalis fastened with silk, before the adult emerges. Sun-loving and territorial, Blue Pansy Butterflies often fiercely defend basking spots, making them a bold and enduring icon of FNQ’s butterfly fauna.

  • -       Spot clean with a damp cloth and mild detergent

    -       For deeper cleaning, remove stuffing and hand wash the cover in cold water

    -       Line dry in shade to preserve fabric softness and print vibrancy

    -       Avoid bleach and harsh chemicals

    -       Do not tumble dry or iron

  • -       Cairns Local: Designed and assembled in Cairns by artist Jenna Minchin: Owner of The Jungle Collection, Cairns local of 13 years, established artist and regionally recognised entrepreneur. 

    -       Support Small: We operate from our retail store in the heart of Cairns city, in Oceana Walk Arcade (since Sept 2024). To keep our focus small & sustainable, we only hold small quantities of stock, choosing to create small batches of products to respond to demand.

    -       Sustainably Focused: To honour the Rainforest and the wildlife within it, we strive to use ethical, sustainable and responsibly sourced materials for our products (when possible, to do so). This includes responsibly sourced wood, recycled acrylic, reclaimed steel and recycled papers. More information on this can be found in our policy page.