Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polychroma
ID:
710152

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Molyneux & Stajsic) Molyneux & Stajsic

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Muelleria 22: 62 (2005 publ. 2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709485



Common Names

  • Many-coloured Grevillea
  • Many-coloured Spider Flower
  • Many-coloured Spider Grevillea


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Description

Grevillea polychroma (also called Polychrome 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 polychroma is an attractive ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The flowers provide nectar for birds and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grevillea polychroma is a yellow-orange, tubular flower with yellow tips. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea polychroma is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun in well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. Prune after flowering to maintain a neat shape. It is also susceptible to scale and mites.

Where to Find Grevillea polychroma

Grevillea polychroma is native to Australia and can be found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Grevillea polychroma FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea polychroma?

Grevillea polychroma

What is the common name of Grevillea polychroma?

Many-coloured Grevillea

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea polychroma?

Dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands

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-2832642: 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.