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Grevillea crithmifolia
Scientific Name: Grevillea crithmifolia
Family: Proteaceae
Category: Dicot
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Grevillea crithmifolia
Grevillea crithmifolia is a shrub native to Western Australia, prized for its dense growth habit and attractive flowers. It is often used as a ground cover.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant may be found in home gardens.
Common Names
- Green Carpet Flower
- Fine-leaved Grevillea
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Grevillea crithmifolia R.Br.
- Family: Proteaceae
- Subfamily: Grevilleoideae
- Order: Proteales
- Synonyms: None explicitly mentioned, but often referenced as Grevillea crithmifolia R. Br.
Distribution and Habitat
- Endemic to the south west region of Western Australia.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Typically grows to between 0.6 and 2.5 metres in height, but prostrate forms exist, reaching around 0.5 meters in height and spreading significantly.
- Described as a dense, thickly branched shrub.
- Some varieties feature conifer-like foliage.
Ecological Role
- Effective as a weed suppressing ground cover due to its dense spreading habit.
Flower Characteristics
- Produces strongly scented cream or white to pale pink flowers, blooming from June to November (Winter-Spring).
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Flowers attract honeyeaters.
Further Information
- Information can be found at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
- Referenced in the Flora of Australia Online.
- GRIN Taxonomy checklist
- Encyclopedia of Life