Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuaria
ID:
709568

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex Benth.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1870

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 5: 452 (1870)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708901



Common Names

  • Grevillea acuaria
  • Acuaria Grevillea
  • Acuaria Grevillea


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Synonyms

  • Grevillea aculeolata S.Moore [unknown]
  • Grevillea aculeolata longifolia S.Moore [unknown]
  • Grevillea arida C.A.Gardner [unknown]

Description

Grevillea acuaria (also called Needle-leaved Grevillea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 m tall. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has yellow, spider-like flowers and needle-shaped leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea acuaria is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. The flowers are a source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. The leaves are edible and can be used in salads.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grevillea acuaria has small, yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea acuaria is a shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done from seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings can also be taken from semi-hardwood in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Grevillea acuaria

Grevillea acuaria can be found in Australia.

Grevillea acuaria FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea acuaria?

Grevillea acuaria

What type of plant is Grevillea acuaria?

Grevillea acuaria is a shrub

What is the common name of Grevillea acuaria?

Grevillea acuaria is also known as Needle-leaved Grevillea

Species in the Grevillea genus

Grevillea hislopii, Grevillea acacioides, Grevillea acanthifolia, Grevillea acerata, Grevillea acrobotrya, Grevillea acropogon, Grevillea acuaria, Grevillea adenotricha, Grevillea agrifolia, Grevillea albiflora, Grevillea alpina, Grevillea alpivaga, Grevillea althoferorum, Grevillea amplexans, Grevillea anethifolia, Grevillea aneura, Grevillea angulata, Grevillea angustiloba, Grevillea annulifera, Grevillea aquifolium, Grevillea arenaria, Grevillea argyrophylla, Grevillea armigera, Grevillea asparagoides, Grevillea aspera, Grevillea aspleniifolia, Grevillea asteriscosa, Grevillea aurea, Grevillea australis, Grevillea baileyana, Grevillea banksii, Grevillea banyabba, Grevillea barklyana, Grevillea batrachioides, Grevillea baueri, Grevillea baxteri, Grevillea beadleana, Grevillea beardiana, Grevillea bedggoodiana, Grevillea bemboka, Grevillea benthamiana, Grevillea berryana, Grevillea biformis, Grevillea bipinnatifida, Grevillea biternata, Grevillea brachystachya, Grevillea brachystylis, Grevillea bracteosa, Grevillea brevifolia, Grevillea brevis,

Species in the Proteaceae family

Acidonia microcarpa, Adenanthos acanthophyllus, Adenanthos apiculatus, Adenanthos argyreus, Adenanthos barbigerus, Adenanthos cacomorphus, Adenanthos cuneatus, Adenanthos cunninghamii, Adenanthos cygnorum, Adenanthos detmoldii, Adenanthos dobagii, Adenanthos dobsonii, Adenanthos drummondii, Adenanthos ellipticus, Adenanthos eyrei, Adenanthos filifolius, Adenanthos flavidiflorus, Adenanthos forrestii, Adenanthos glabrescens, Adenanthos gracilipes, Adenanthos ileticos, Adenanthos intermedius, Adenanthos intricatus, Adenanthos labillardierei, Adenanthos linearis, Adenanthos macropodianus, Adenanthos meisneri, Adenanthos obovatus, Adenanthos oreophilus, Adenanthos pamelus, Adenanthos pungens, Adenanthos sericeus, Adenanthos strictus, Adenanthos teges, Adenanthos terminalis, Adenanthos velutinus, Adenanthos venosus, Agastachys odorata, Alloxylon brachycarpum, Alloxylon flammeum, Alloxylon pinnatum, Alloxylon wickhamii, Athertonia diversifolia, Aulax cancellata, Aulax pallasia, Aulax umbellata, Austromuellera trinervia, Austromuellera valida, Banksia acanthopoda, Banksia acuminata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2832069: Based on the initial data import
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.