Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvula
ID:
710111

Status:
valid

Authors:
Molyneux & Stajsic

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709444



Common Names

  • Small Grevillea
  • Little Grevillea
  • Dwarf Grevillea


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Description

Grevillea parvula (also called Dwarf Grevillea, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to eastern Australia. It has grey-green foliage and produces yellow, pink or red flowers in spring and summer. It is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands, and is drought and frost tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea parvula is an attractive, drought-tolerant shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a windbreak or hedge to provide shelter and privacy.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grevillea parvula is a yellow-orange, star-shaped bloom. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea parvula can be propagated from seed or cuttings. For seed propagation, sow the seeds in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots. For cuttings, take a cutting of around 10-15 cm in length and remove the lower leaves. Dip the cutting in a rooting hormone and place it in a potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cutting should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Grevillea parvula

Grevillea parvula can be found in Australia, specifically in New South Wales and Victoria.

Grevillea parvula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea parvula?

Grevillea parvula

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea parvula?

It is native to Australia, and is found in dry sclerophyll forest and woodland.

What are the flowering times of Grevillea parvula?

It blooms from late winter to early summer.

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-2832600: 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.