Grevillea stenobotrya
F. Muell.
Rattlepod Grevillea, Sandhill Grevillea, Sandhill Spider Flower
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Summary
Source: WikipediaGrevillea stenobotrya is a shrub or small tree in the family Proteaceae, and is endemic to arid regions of Australia. Common names include rattle-pod grevillea, sandhill grevillea, sandhill oak and sandhill spider flower.
Description
A large shrub. It can be an upright small tree. It grows 2-5 m high. It spreads 2-3 m across. It has fine leaves. The leaves are 5-25 cm long by 0.2 cm wide. They are rigid and leathery. The edges are curled back. The flowers are white and like candles. The fruit is 1-1.5 cm long by 0.8 cm wide. The seed capsules are attractive.
Edible Uses
The seeds and grubs (insect larvae found on the plant) are edible.
Distribution
It grows in warm temperate regions. It can grow in the subtropics. It suits semiarid areas. It needs well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand light frosts. It can grow in arid places. It suits hardiness zones 9-12.
Where It Grows
Australia*,
Cultivation
Plants can be grown from seed.
Notes
There are 250 Grevillea species.
Synonyms
Also Known As
Aiyuala, Djirindi, Endeilba, Imma, Wialka, Yalkara, Yaranpa, Yeraing
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- Latz, P.K., 1996, Bushfires and Bushtucker: Aboriginal plant use in Central Australia. IAD Press Alice Springs p 202
- Molyneux, B. and Forrester, S., 1997, The Austraflora A-Z of Australian Plants. Reed. p 113
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