Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pungens
ID:
710172

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 175 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709505



Common Names

  • Pungent Grevillea
  • Pungent Spider Flower
  • Pungent Spider Grevillea


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Synonyms

  • Grevillea leichardtii S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Grevillea pungens (also called Mountain Grevillea, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Australia. It grows to a height of 3-5 m and has a dense, spreading habit. Its leaves are narrow and linear, and its flowers are yellow and red. It is found in open woodlands and heathlands in the south-western part of the continent.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea pungens 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

Grevillea pungens has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and a long, slender stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea pungens 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 pungens

Grevillea pungens is native to Australia and can be found in the south-east of the country.

Grevillea pungens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea pungens?

Grevillea pungens

What is the natural habitat of Grevillea pungens?

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

What are the flowering times of Grevillea pungens?

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,

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