Grevillea metamorpha facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Grevillea metamorpha |
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Grevillea
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metamorpha
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The Grevillea metamorpha is a special type of shrub. It is a plant that grows like a bush. This plant is found naturally in the Mid West area of Western Australia. It belongs to a group of plants called Grevillea.
What is Grevillea metamorpha?
This plant is an upright, thin shrub. It usually grows to be about 1 to 2 meters (3 to 6 feet) tall. Its branches are not covered in a waxy, bluish layer.
Leaves and Flowers
The leaves of the Grevillea metamorpha are simple. Each leaf blade is about 14 to 24 millimeters (0.5 to 0.9 inches) long. They are also about 8 to 15 millimeters (0.3 to 0.6 inches) wide.
The plant blooms in September. This means it produces flowers during that month. Its flowers are white and grow in a cluster at the end of a stem. This type of flower cluster is called an inflorescence.
Fruit
After the flowers, the plant forms a fruit. This fruit is smooth and shaped like an oval. It is about 9 to 10 millimeters (0.35 to 0.39 inches) long.
Where Does it Grow?
Grevillea metamorpha likes to grow in sandy soils. You can find it in areas like the Geraldton and Le Sueur sandplains. It often grows in wetter spots, such as along creek lines. It can be found among small trees or in tall shrubland areas.
