Order Proteales is a taxonomical classification of flowering plants that is made up of a diverse group of species. Several synonyms for the term "Order Proteales" have been used over time, including the Ericanae or the Ericales family. This classification encompasses plants such as blueberries, cranberries, and rhododendrons. Known for their showy or fragrant flowers, many species within the Proteales order are cultivated by humans for their ornamental value or use in the food industry. Conservation efforts are underway to protect the diversity of species within the Proteales order, as they play an important role in the ecosystems they inhabit.