Grevillea eremophila facts for kids

Grevillea eremophila is a special kind of shrub that grows in Western Australia. It's part of a big plant family called Grevillea. This plant is known for its pretty cream to yellow flowers.

Exploring the Grevillea Eremophila Shrub

What Does Grevillea Eremophila Look Like?

The Grevillea eremophila is a spreading shrub that can grow from about 0.5 meters (1.6 feet) to 3 meters (9.8 feet) tall. Its branches are smooth and don't have a waxy coating.

Its leaves are simple and flat, shaped like long, narrow blades. They are usually between 40 to 105 millimeters (1.6 to 4.1 inches) long. The leaves are also quite thin, about 1 to 3 millimeters (0.04 to 0.12 inches) wide.

When Does It Bloom?

This plant blooms, or flowers, during the spring months. You can see its flowers from August to October. The flowers grow in a regular cluster called an inflorescence. They are a lovely cream to yellow color.

After the flowers, the plant forms a fruit. This fruit is wrinkled and oblong, which means it's longer than it is wide. It also has a smooth surface.

Where Does Grevillea Eremophila Grow?

Grevillea eremophila likes to grow in sandy areas and open heathlands. These are places where you might find medium and low trees. It prefers soils that are either sandy or have small stones, like gravel.

You can find this shrub in a specific part of Western Australia. It grows in the eastern Wheatbelt region. It is also found in the western part of the Goldfields-Esperance region. More specifically, it grows south-west of Geraldton between the towns of Three Springs and Arrowsmith.