How the Protea Became a Symbol for South Africa
The resilient species — which regrow after wildfires — are said to capture the spirit of a nation reborn.
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The Lei Makers Reimagining an Ancient Tradition
From left: an open lei with shells, pincushion protea and braided dracaena leaves; a poepoe-style (rounded) carnation lei with puakenikeni flowers; a poepoe-style carnation lei with kou flowers ...