Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
microstegia
ID:
710036

Status:
valid

Authors:
Molyneux

Source:
cmp

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 3: 141 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709369



Common Names

  • Microstegia Grevillea
  • Microstegia Spider Flower
  • Microstegia Waratah


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Description

Grevillea microstegia (also called Microstegia Grevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with white or cream flowers. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea microstegia 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 microstegia is a small, yellow-green flower with a red style. The seed is a small, dark-brown, flattened, oblong nut. The seedlings are small, with dark green, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea microstegia is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 metres. It has attractive, grey-green foliage and produces red and yellow flowers in spring and summer. It prefers a sunny position in well-drained soil and is drought and frost tolerant. Propagation is from seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Grevillea microstegia

Grevillea microstegia can be found in New South Wales and Victoria.

Grevillea microstegia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea microstegia?

Grevillea microstegia

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea microstegia?

It is native to Australia and grows in a variety of habitats, including dry sclerophyll forest, woodland, and heathland.

What are the growth requirements of Grevillea microstegia?

Grevillea microstegia prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade.

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-2832522: Based on the initial data import
Bill Molyneux (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molyneux' in the authors string.