Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
batrachioides
ID:
709646

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Muell. ex McGill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
New Names Grevillea : 2 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000708979



Common Names

  • Batrachioides Grevillea
  • Batrachioides Spider Flower
  • Batrachioides Toothbrush Grevillea


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Description

Grevillea batrachioides (also called Frog Grevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is native to Australia, and is found in open woodlands and dry sclerophyll forests. It has grey-green foliage and yellow flowers that bloom from winter to spring.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea batrachioides is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its attractive foliage and its showy flowers. It is a low-maintenance plant that can be used in gardens, borders, and containers. It is also used as a groundcover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grevillea batrachioides is a small, yellow-orange, tubular flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea batrachioides is a small shrub that grows to a height of 2-3 feet. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer and cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Grevillea batrachioides

Grevillea batrachioides can be found in New South Wales and Queensland.

Grevillea batrachioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea batrachioides?

Grevillea batrachioides

What is the common name of Grevillea batrachioides?

Frog Grevillea

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea batrachioides?

It is found in open forest and woodland in eastern Australia.

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-2832141: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
Donald McGillivray (1935-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McGill.' in the authors string.