Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
formosa
ID:
709849

Status:
valid

Authors:
McGill.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
New Names Grevillea : 6 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709182



Common Names

  • Formosa Grevillea
  • Formosa Spider Grevillea
  • Formosa Spider Flower


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Description

Grevillea formosa (also called 'Beautiful Grevillea', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 5 m tall. It is native to Australia, occurring in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria. It grows in dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and heathland.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea formosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It can also be used as a hedge or screen plant, and its flowers attract birds and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Grevillea formosa are yellow, red or pink, and are shaped like a bell. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and wiry.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea formosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a potting mix with perlite or sand for better drainage. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright spot until they root.

Where to Find Grevillea formosa

Grevillea formosa can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Grevillea formosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea formosa?

Grevillea formosa

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea formosa?

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 formosa?

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,

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