With about 1, 464 species[1] worldwide, the protea is among the most fascinating plants. These incredibly gorgeous fynbos plants attract insects and birds such as bees and sunbirds with their rich, sweet nectar.
Proteas are found throughout the mountain ranges of Australia and South Africa, appearing in all their glory in various regions. Protea is a genus of plants also known as maples. The Proteaceae family, to which the Protea species belong to, is ancient among angiosperms.
