National flower of South Africa
- National flower of South Africa
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The giant or king protea (Protea cynaroides)[1] is widely distributed in the south-western and southern areas of the Western Cape, from the Cedarberg up to just east of Grahamstown. South Africa's national flower is the largest of the proteas, which make up an important part of the Cape Floral Region, a major global biodiversity hotspot and a UNESCO World Heritage site. The proteas also give their name to South Africa's national cricket team.
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- ^ South Africa's plant life - SouthAfrica.info
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