King Protea (Noun)
Meaning
South African shrub whose flowers when open are cup-shaped resembling artichokes.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The king protea, South Africa's national flower, is a stunning and unique specimen often featured in local gardens and floral arrangements.
- In the southwestern region of South Africa, the king protea can be found growing naturally among the fynbos.
- Visitors to the botanical gardens often marvel at the king protea's unusual cup-shaped blooms, which are the largest of any protea species.
- After the king protea flowers open, its artichoke-like appearance has faded as the inner flowers begin to spread outward.
- No other shrub in South Africa's flora matches the majestic beauty and stately presence of the tall king protea in its full bloom.