King Protea

Basic King Protea Flower Information

Common Names
King protea, giant protea, king sugarbush, honeypot

Scientific Name
Genus species Protea cynaroides
Family Proteaceae

History
The King Protea is the National Flower of South Africa. Proteas come in a variety of sizes and colors and are members of the Proteaceae family, a genus of 130 species of African shrubs. The flowers’ name, therefore, refers to the flower heads’ varied forms.

Protea Flower Meaning
Courage.

Astrological Flowers

Floral Design Qualities For King Proteas

Type Of Use: Flower

Form: Mass/ Form

Fragrance: Mild

Line: N/A

Silhouette: Dense /Pinwheel

Blossom Texture: Velvety

Ethylene Sensitive: No

Stem Size: 8″ – 18”

Blossom Size: 6″ – 10”

Vase Life: 2 weeks or more.

Special Prep: Use flower food solutions to help prevent leaf-blackening.

King Protea Design Uses
Protea’s size and texture provide unique visual interest in contemporary design.

King Protea Flower Colors
Yellows, white, orange, peach and creams.

Blooming Seasons
Fall, winter.

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter