Holly-leafed Grevillea, Wickham’s Grevillea
Grevillea wickhamii
Family: Proteaceae
What it is like
A medium to large shrub. It grows 3-4 m high. The new growth is silky. It has an open crown and spreads 2-2.5 m wide. The leaves are holly like and silvery-grey. The leaves are stiff and wavy with sharply pointed lobes. There are 4-9 lobes. The flowers are dark red and hang on long stalks. They can also be pink or golden. They hang down from the axils of leaves. The fruit are small and woody. They are brown when ripe and contain 2 seeds.
There are 250 Grevillea species.
Where it is found
It grows in tropical and subtropical regions. It can grow in semiarid and arid places. It needs a well drained soil. It can grow in full sun or light shade. It can stand light frosts. It suits hardiness zones 9-12.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Gum, flower nectar, seeds, fruit
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be soaked or nicked to allow water to penetrate.
Its other names
Local names
Yindilnja, Yinnjinja