Protea Family (Noun)
Meaning
Large family of Australian and South African shrubs and trees with leathery leaves and clustered mostly tetramerous flowers; constitutes the order Proteales.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The protea family, comprising 80 species or more, are among the most diverse and fascinating plants found in the regions of Australia and South Africa.
- Many nurseries throughout the world offer various species of the protea family for gardeners to plant and cultivate.
- The large protea family is well-known for the unique characteristics shared by its diverse members.
- Plants belonging to the protea family can thrive well in various different environments and climates.
- Research has revealed the protea family's distinct history of evolution and diversification on the continent of Africa and Australia.