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Protea cynaroides (King Protea) World of Flowering Plants

Protea cynaroides, commonly called king protea, is a broadleaf evergreen shrub that is native to South Africa. It typically matures to 3-4' (less frequently to 6') tall. It is best known for its huge goblet or bowl-shaped flower heads from 5" to 12" in diameter. Each flower head consists of a large, domed, central mass of tepaled inner flowers.

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6. Protea cynaroides. Protea cynaoids produce flower heads with bracts that surround them. Flowerheads vary in size from five to twelve inches, and they range in color from cream white to deep pink. Paler pinks have a silver sheen and are the most desirable colors. These plants can reach six feet tall and have thick stems and large, shiny green.

Protea cynaroides (King Protea) World of Flowering Plants

Description. Handsome upright 5-7'x7' shrub with large pink-red/white flowers and deep green leaves. Lignotuberous. Flowers best in full sun. Grows well in most well-drained light or heavy soils. Tolerant of frost and extended dry periods once established. Excellent hedge or screen. The South African national flower.

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'King Protea' (Protea cynaroides): These plants resemble a crown, and symbolize beauty and resilience. 'King Protea' has yellow and red flowers with pink outer tips. One popular compact variety is protea 'Little Prince', and another beloved type of protea that blooms bountifully is called 'Special Pink Ice'.

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Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F. Protea cynaroides 'Mini King' (Dwarf King Protea) - A shrub to about 3 feet tall and wide with large 6 to 8 inch wide flowers. These pale silky pink or sometimes deep crimson flowers form a roundish central peak of flowers surrounded by rays of darker pink bracts. Flowers cover the shrub from autumn to spring with.

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Protea cynaroides, also called the king protea (from Afrikaans: koningsprotea, Xhosa: isiQwane sobukumkani), is a flowering plant.It is a distinctive member of Protea, having the largest flower head in the genus. The species is also known as giant protea, honeypot or king sugar bush.It is widely distributed in the southwestern and southern parts of South Africa in the fynbos region.

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Protea cynaroides (King Protea) - Shrub with reddish stems and large rounded green leaves to 3 to 5 feet tall and wide with huge 5-10 inch flowers. These pale silky pink or sometimes deep crimson flowers, form a roundish central peak of flowers surrounded by rays of darker pink bracts. Flowers cover the shrub from autumn to spring with some.

Protea cynaroides (King Protea) World of Flowering Plants

King protea (Protea cynaroides) Care Guide. The king protea is a shrub with a flower that looks like it belongs in a fairy tale. The large, globe-shaped buds resemble giant artichokes before they open. The Latin name *Protea cynaroides* is reminiscent of the Greek sea-god, Proteus, who was known to change shapes, suggesting the diversity found in this unique bloom.

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Protea cynaroides is the largest flowers in Protea family. That is why it is known as King protea, giant protea, as well as honeypot, and king sugar bush. It is tall and adaptable to heat, which is why this plant is easy to care for. In addition, its goblet-shaped flowers attract bees and birds. But beware: its flowers, nectar, and seeds are.

Protea cynaroides (King Protea)

Protea cynaroides is an evergreen Shrub growing to 2 m (6ft) by 2 m (6ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil.

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Description. Protea cynaroides is a woody shrub with thick stems and large dark green, glossy leaves. Most plants are one metre in height when mature, but may vary according to locality and habitat from 0.35 m to 2 metres in height. The "flowers" of Protea cynaroides are actually flower heads with a collection of flowers in the centre.

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Picking the flowers is the best way to keep the plants tidy and compact. Remove spent flower heads with a good length of stem, leaving new growth behind. Tip-pruning young plants in spring and summer will also encourage bushy growth. Tip: Prune only the flowered stems of proteas - un-flowered stems are next season's blooms.

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The national flower of South Africa, Protea cynaroides (King Protea) is a sparsely branched evergreen shrub prized for its huge bowl-shaped flower heads, 6-12 in. across (15-30 cm). Each spectacular flower head features a central bouquet of inner flowers surrounded by stiff, pointed, colorful bracts. The flowers can be wide open, like dinner plates, or narrowly funnel shaped.

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Sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms make proteas the perfect cut flowers. Extend their life in a vase by following these steps: Snip off about 1⁄4 inch from the end of the stem. Strip stems of any leaves that will be below the water's surface. Add 1⁄4 teaspoon of bleach per quart of water to prevent algae from growing—or change water.

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The huge and long-lived 5- to 12-inch flowers are silky, with a mix of pale pink and darker crimson petals. Sometimes this plant blooms all the way to spring. The Protea family, aptly named for the Greek god Proteus who could change between many forms, is known for its variety and diversity of plants. The epithet cynaroides refers to the genus.

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Protea cynaroides. king protea. P. cynaroides is a sparsely branched evergreen shrub with leathery, elliptic leaves and terminal, bowl-shaped flowerheads 15-30cm across, with red to pink or cream bracts