Proteaceae

Proteaceae is a plant family comprising mostly woody shrubs and trees found mainly in the Southern Hemisphere, especially Australia and South Africa. Known for their striking flowers and unique seed structures, these plants thrive in nutrient-poor soils and often have adaptations like proteoid roots to absorb nutrients efficiently. Famously including species like proteas, banksias, and grevilleas, they are important ecologically for providing food for wildlife and have cultural significance, particularly in Australian floral displays and landscapes. Their diverse forms and vibrant flowers make them popular in horticulture and floral arrangements worldwide.