Protea cynaroides

This striking, deep red king protea is named after South Africa's former State President Nelson Mandela, who is known to millions by his clan name, Madiba. Longmore Flower Estates is situated in "Mandela country" in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Like its famous namesake, adverse conditions bring out the best in the red "Madiba".

Protea cynaroides is sought after for its unique beauty and its excellent vase life. Longmore Flower Estates are South Africa's largest growers of this magnificent protea. The blooms are picked from August to November. (www.longmoreflowers.co.za)