Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Proteales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sericea
ID:
710246

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 10: 170 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000709579



Common Names

  • Silky Grevillea
  • Spider Flower
  • Hairy Grevillea


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Synonyms

  • Lysanthe cytisifolia Knight [unknown]
  • Embothrium cinereum Thibaud ex Meisn. [unknown]
  • Embothrium cytisoides Cav. [unknown]
  • Embothrium sericeum Sm. [unknown]
  • Embothrium sericeum angustifolium Sm. [unknown]
  • Embothrium sericeum major Sm. [unknown]
  • Embothrium sericeum minor Sm. [unknown]
  • Grevillea planifolia Loudon [unknown]
  • Grevillea stricta R.Br. [unknown]

Description

Grevillea sericea (also called Silky Grevillea, among many other common names) is a small, spreading shrub with grey-green foliage and yellow flowers. It is native to the south-east coast of Australia and prefers well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade. It is drought and frost tolerant and is a popular choice for gardens and parks.

Uses & Benefits

Grevillea sericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, as it produces attractive flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and can be used to attract birds to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Grevillea sericea sub. riparia (R.Br.) Olde & Marriott

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Grevillea sericea is a yellow-orange, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, flattened ovoid. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grevillea sericea is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated from cuttings. It can also be grown from seed, which should be sown in a sandy soil mix and kept moist.

Where to Find Grevillea sericea

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

Grevillea sericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grevillea sericea?

Grevillea sericea

What is the common name of Grevillea sericea?

Silky Grevillea

Where is Grevillea sericea native to?

Western Australia

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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