Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eremophila
ID:
709804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Diels) Olde & Marriott

Source:
cmp

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Grevillea Book 1: 176 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709137



Common Names

  • Eremophila Grevillea
  • Eremophila Spider Grevillea
  • Eremophila Spider Flower


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Description

Grevillea eremophila (also called Desert 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 eremophila 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 eremophila 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 eremophila 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 eremophila

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

Grevillea eremophila FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea eremophila?

Grevillea eremophila

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea eremophila?

It is native to Australia and is found in arid and semi-arid areas of Western Australia, South Australia, and the Northern Territory.

What are the common names of Grevillea eremophila?

It is commonly known as the desert grevillea, desert spider flower, and desert grevillea.

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-2832299: Based on the initial data import
Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
Peter M. Olde (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Olde' in the authors string.
Neil Marriott (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Marriott' in the authors string.