Grevillea calcicola - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
709689
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.S.George
Source:
cmp
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
J. Roy. Soc. Western Australia 50: 97 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709022
Common Names
- Calcicola Grevillea
- Calcicola Spider Flower
- Calcicola Toothbrush
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Grevillea calcicola (also called Calcicola 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 calcicola is a popular ornamental shrub with its bright yellow flowers and attractive foliage. It is often used as a hedge or screen plant, and is also suitable for container gardening. It is drought tolerant and can be grown in full sun or partial shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Grevillea calcicola are yellow or orange and have a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have two oval-shaped leaves with short stalks.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Grevillea calcicola can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist. Division can be done in the spring or fall. Plants should be divided every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Where to Find Grevillea calcicola
Grevillea calcicola can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-west of Western Australia.
Grevillea calcicola FAQ
What is the scientific name of Grevillea calcicola?
Grevillea calcicola
What is the common name of Grevillea calcicola?
Limestone Grevillea
What is the natural habitat of Grevillea calcicola?
It is native to southeastern Australia, found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Tasmania.
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-2832187: Based on the initial data import
Alex George (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.S.George' in the authors string.