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Flame Grevillea

Family: Proteaceae

Genus: Grevillea

Species: excelsior

Main Flower Colour: Orange

Description

A striking small tree, especially when covered with big, brilliant orange flowerheads. Grows to about 5m tall with long thin leaves that are divided into a couple of lobes.

Flowering start in July and ends in December.

Identification

The main flower colour is orange.

Uses

Abundant nectar attracts nectar feeding birds and insects.

References

http://florabase.dpaw.wa.gov.au/browse/profile/8832
http://esperancewildflowers.blogspot.com.au/2011/09/grevillea-excelsior-flame-grevillea.html

Created: 04 Nov 2014 - Member - John and Val
Updated: 20 Mar 2015 - Member - John and Val

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Location

Bio Regions

Mallee (MAL)

Region Specifics

south of Dragon Rocks Nature Reserve, WA

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