2023年5月26日 · The whole genome of the king protea (Protea cynaroides) has been sequenced, a first for an indigenous plant in the

The Protea. The King Protea is the national flower of South Africa, and the flagship species of the Cape Floral Kingdom (they are a typical example of fynbos). There are about 368 species of protea, the best known of them being the king protea (Protea. cynaroides), sugar-bush (Protea. repens) and the waboom (Protea. nitida).

Proteas are likely the most readily recognized of South Africa’s indigenous flora, with the magnificent King Protea (Protea cynaroides) being the country’s national flower. There are around 80 genera of the Proteacae family, with up to 1,600 species spread across the southern hemisphere in paleographical region of Gondwana – Southern ...

Where is it safe to braai? Can you identify these Proteas? The Protea Atlas Project is based at the South African National Biodiversity Institute, Kirstenbosch, Cape Town.

Native to the Cape Floral Kingdom, a biodiversity hotspot known for its unique flora, Proteas are renowned for their extraordinary beauty and resilience. These flowering plants boast an array of captivating shapes, sizes, and colors, ranging from vibrant …

The King Protea's reign as South Africa's national flower is a testament to its beauty, resilience, and symbolic significance. It embodies the spirit of a nation that has faced challenges and emerged stronger, embracing its diversity and celebrating its unique natural heritage.

South Africa's national flower is probably the most striking and spectacular of all the Protea species. From spring to autumn it produces large flower heads up to 30cm across. These consist of snowy-white, hairy florets surrounded by widely …

The king protea (Protea cynaroides), an early-diverging eudicot, is the most iconic species from the Megadiverse Cape Floristic Region, and the national flower of South Africa. Perhaps best known for its iconic flower head, Protea is a key genus for …

South Africa’s Tough National Flower. The king protea became South Africa’s national flower in 1976. It is represented on our birth certificates, passports and is the emblem of our national cricket and netball teams. This flowering shrub can, in nature, reach a height of 2m.

The king protea (Protea cynaroides), an early-diverging eudicot, is the most iconic species from the Megadiverse Cape Floristic Region, and the national flower of South Africa. Perhaps best known for its iconic flower head, Protea is a key genus for the South African horticulture industry and cut-flower market.