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Nomenclature
Protea cyanoides L. Proteaceae King Protea Distribution; South Africa.
Oakeley, Dr. Henry F. (2013). Wellcome Library notes.
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Other use
Protea cyanoides L. Proteaceae King Protea Distribution; South Africa. National flower of South Africa. Of particular interest is the antiquity of this family, for it is found in Australia, South America and South Africa, so evolved on Gondwanaland before it separated into its present continents. No medicinal or culinary uses.
Oakeley, Dr. Henry F. (2013). Wellcome Library notes.
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Protea cynaroides
Family: PROTEACEAEGenus: Protea
Species: cynaroides
Common names: King Protea
Habit: Shrub
Garden status: Not currently grown
