Bot River Protea
Protea compacta R.Br.
Protea compacta, known as Bot River Protea, is a flowering plant in the Proteaceae family. It is native to South Africa, with a distribution from the Kleinmond to Bredasdorp Mountains. It is commonly found in the Cape Provinces and is present in Table Mountain National Park and Tankwa-Karoo National Park. The species was first described in 1810 by Robert Brown.
Description
Protea compacta is a species closely related to Protea eximia. It is distinguished by its upward-curving leaves and is one of the best-known proteas in the cut flower industry. The plant is part of the Proteaceae family and is native to South Africa. It is found in several protected areas, including Table Mountain National Park and Tankwa-Karoo National Park. Its range extends from the Kleinmond to Bredasdorp Mountains. The species was first published in 1810 by Robert Brown.
Other common names
Bot River ProteaBot River Sugarbush
Distribution
ZA · Table Mountain National Park · Tankwa-Karoo National Park · Global · Cape Provinces
Synonyms
Scolymocephalus compactus
