Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diminuta
ID:
709770

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.A.S.Johnson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
Contr. New South Wales Natl. Herb. 3: 95 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709103



Common Names

  • Grevillea diminuta
  • Diminuta Grevillea
  • Diminuta Grevillea


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Description

Grevillea diminuta (also called Dwarf Grevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 1 m tall, with a single trunk and a spreading crown. Its leaves are linear to oblanceolate, and its flowers are bright yellow. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, as well as heathlands and coastal scrub.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea diminuta 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

Grevillea diminuta has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea diminuta is a shrub that can grow up to 2-3 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Grevillea diminuta

Grevillea diminuta is native to Australia and can be found in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland.

Grevillea diminuta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea diminuta?

Grevillea diminuta

What is the common name of Grevillea diminuta?

Dwarf Grevillea

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea diminuta?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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,

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