Multiple political parties have complained to the Speaker about the outburst, and the Green Party has since launched disciplinary action against Genter.
Genter was not in Parliament on Thursday.
In a statement, the Green Party co-leaders said they had “no prior knowledge” of Newcombe’s complaint.
However, a spokesperson confirmed that Genter took out her phone and filmed the florist during the exchange.
“Julie Anne’s actions in the House last night were unacceptable and fall short of the high standards the Green Party expects of its MPs,” the statement said.
“The co-leaders took immediate action to initiate a disciplinary process and will be working with Julie Anne to make sure this behaviour is not repeated.”
RNZ