Protea
Protea is a unique, distinctive plant with strong
stem and unusual flowers.
Other Names: Sugarbushes, Common Sugarbush,
Scientific Classification:
Kingdom: Plantae
Order: Proteales
Family: Proteaceae
Genus: Protea
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Descriptions: Protea have unsually thick
stems, and spider like flower blossoms.
Size: Protea grow from just a few inches
to 25 feet tall.
Symbolism: Protea symbolizes diversity
and courage. Protea also represents strength.
Protea can also mean transformation, daring courage
or resourcefulness.
Grow Details: Protea are exotic flowering
plants that are difficult to grow without the
proper conditions.
Grow Details
Soil Type: Well-drained
and Acidic
Soil PH: PH 5.0 - 6.0
Water: Well-Watered
Light: Full Sun
Grow Zone: 8, 9, 10
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Characteristics
Height: Protea grow from just a
few inches to 25 feet tall.
Flower Colors: White, Light Pink,
Dark Pink , Red, Yellow
Propagation: Propagate through seed
or cuttings.
Division/Transplants:
Blooming Period: Summer to Fall
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Type: Perennial
Herbal Remedy Properties: In the past
a syrup called Bossiestroop was extracted from
Protea to treat coughs and chest ailments.
Native Area: Protea are native to southern
Africa, Australia, and South America.
Other: Protea is named for Proteus, a
Greek god capable of changing his shape at will.
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