Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
epicroca
ID:
709802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Stajsic & Molyneux

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Fl. Australia 17A: 502 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709135



Common Names

  • Epicroca Grevillea
  • Epicroca Spider Grevillea
  • Epicroca Spider Flower


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Description

Grevillea epicroca (also called Small-leaved Grevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It can grow up to 2 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 epicroca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a food source for birds and other wildlife. The flowers are edible and can be used in salads and other dishes. The leaves and bark can be used to make tea.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grevillea epicroca is a yellow-orange spider flower with long stamens. The seed is a small, oval-shaped, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea epicroca is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10.

Where to Find Grevillea epicroca

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

Grevillea epicroca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea epicroca?

Grevillea epicroca

What is the common name of Grevillea epicroca?

Epicroca Grevillea

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea epicroca?

Grevillea epicroca is native to Australia and is found in a variety of habitats, from dry sclerophyll forests to sandy heaths

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-2832297: Based on the initial data import
Bill Molyneux (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molyneux' in the authors string.
Val Stajsic: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stajsic' in the authors string.