Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
710170

Status:
valid

Authors:
Meisn.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1845

Citation Micro:
Pl. Preiss. 1: 553 (1845)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709503



Common Names

  • Pretty Grevillea
  • Pretty Spider Flower
  • Pretty Spider Grevillea


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Synonyms

  • Anadenia pulchella R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Grevillea pulchella (also called Pretty Grevillea, among many other common names) is a small shrub that can grow up to 1.5m in height. It is native to Australia and is found in open woodlands and heathlands. It has small, grey-green leaves and yellow-orange flowers that bloom in spring and summer.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea pulchella 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.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Grevillea pulchella sub. ascendens Olde & Marriott

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Grevillea pulchella 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 pulchella 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 pulchella

Grevillea pulchella can be found in Australia, particularly in the south-east of the country.

Grevillea pulchella FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea pulchella?

Grevillea pulchella

What is the common name of Grevillea pulchella?

Pretty Grevillea

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea pulchella?

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