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Pincushion Protea

Leucospermum cordifolium

Shrub

Spherical flower heads with long protruding styles like pins. Exotic and textural. Also called pincushion. South African native. Modern and architectural. Symbol of courage.

Bloom Season

Spring, Year-round

Habitat

Temperate

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Perfect For

Wedding

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 14 to 21 days

when properly cared for

Extremely long-lasting - one of the best cut flowers

Use clean water without floral preservative

Remove leaves below waterline

Dries beautifully - can last years as dried material

Long-lasting - 14-21 days

Minimal water - prefer dry

Change water weekly

Can dry naturally

Fragrance Profile

No Scent

Pincushion Protea has no fragrance

Fun Facts

Named for the resemblance to a pincushion full of pins

Part of an ancient plant family dating back 300 million years

Adapted to survive South African wildfires - seeds are protected in woody cones

South Africa exports millions of proteas annually

Origin & History

Native to South Africa

Endemic to the fynbos of South Africa, pincushion proteas are part of one of the oldest plant families on Earth. They evolved to survive periodic fires and nutrient-poor soils. The cut flower industry developed in the 20th century, making these prehistoric beauties available to florists worldwide.