Protea Madiba (Protea cynaroides) is a striking King Protea cultivar grown under precise conditions in the Western Cape of South Africa. Its large, sculptural flower heads display bold red outer bracts which transition to a frosted white inner dome, creating dramatic contrast and visual impact. Madiba offers reliable form, vibrant colour and extended seasonal appeal to large-scale retail offerings.

Quality & Handling

• Cut at peak maturity when inner bracts begin to unfurl, then immediately cooled to 4 °C to preserve peak freshness.
• Maintained under a continuous cold-chain, with rigorous grading for head size, stem length, straightness, and leaf quality—ensuring consistent supply across bulk consignments.
• Expected vase life of 14–21 days when conditioned properly: re-cut stems underwater at a sharp angle on arrival, hydrate promptly in clean water, and refresh every 2–3 days. Use floral preservative during refreshes to optimise performance.
• Ethylene Sensitivity: Low, making it ideal for long-distance export and extended display.