Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
diversifolia
ID:
709780

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 547 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709113



Common Names

  • Variegated Grevillea
  • Variegated Spider Grevillea
  • Variegated Spider Flower


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Description

Grevillea diversifolia (also called Broad-leaved Spider Flower, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It can grow up to 3 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 diversifolia 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Grevillea diversifolia sub. subtersericata McGill.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Grevillea diversifolia 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 diversifolia is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by cuttings taken in the summer. It is also possible to propagate Grevillea diversifolia from root cuttings taken in the fall.

Where to Find Grevillea diversifolia

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

Grevillea diversifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea diversifolia?

Grevillea diversifolia

What is the common name of Grevillea diversifolia?

Diverse-leaved Grevillea

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea diversifolia?

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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