The symbol of the Silver Fern comes from the leaf of the New Zealand Fern - Cyathea Dealbata (Ponga is the Maori Name). The leaves are dark green on the upper side and silver underneath. The underside glows brightly in moonlight providing excellent track markers in New Zealand's native forests. It was often used by Maori as bedding for sleeping on due to the thin texture of the'hairs'.

The image of the silver fern is widely representative of New Zealand and is an image to which all New Zealanders can relate to.  It is a powerful and emotional inspiration.

This flag can be used on a flag pole as it has dome attachments.