Grevillea refracta

Family: Proteaceae

What it is like

A small tree or shrub. It grows 2-5 m high. It spreads 1-2 m wide. The small branches are angular. They have silky hairs. The leaves are 8-17 cm long and point upwards. They are deeply divided. There are 5-27 lobes that are 2-30 mm wide. The flower cluster is 3.5-5 cm long. The flowers are yellow and deepen with red with age.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows in sand and gravelly soils.

Countries/locations it is found in

Australia (country/location of origin)

How it is used for food

The seeds and gum are eaten. The nectar is sucked or used for drinks.

Edible parts

Seeds, gum, flower - nectar

How it is grown

Plants regrow naturally from seed. Seed germinate easily if soaked in hot water. Seed take about 33 days to germinate. It can be grown by cuttings.

Its other names

Local names

Djamudu, Gurrnang, Jamooda

Synonyms

Grevillea heterophylla A Cunningham ex R. Brown; Grevillea velutina A. Cunn. ex Benth.;