Grevillea deflexa facts for kids

Grevillea deflexa is a type of bush, also known as a shrub, that belongs to the Grevillea family. It grows naturally in parts of Western Australia, specifically in the Mid West, Goldfields, and Pilbara regions. This plant is special because it's only found in these areas!

What Grevillea deflexa Looks Like

This bush usually grows to be about 0.5 to 2 meters (which is about 1.6 to 6.5 feet) tall. Its branches are not covered in a waxy, bluish-white coating, which is what "non-glaucous" means.

Leaves and Flowers

Grevillea deflexa has simple, flat leaves that are long and narrow. They are not divided into smaller parts. These leaves are typically about 20 to 75 millimeters (0.8 to 3 inches) long and 1 to 10 millimeters (0.04 to 0.4 inches) wide.

The flowers grow in clusters called an inflorescence. These clusters are a type of raceme, which means the flowers grow along a central stem. The flowers are often red or yellow and have an irregular shape. You can usually see them blooming from May to October.

Fruit

After the flowers, the plant produces simple, hairy, oblong-shaped fruits. These fruits are about 13 to 15 millimeters (0.5 to 0.6 inches) long.

Where Grevillea deflexa Grows

This unique plant is native to specific areas within Western Australia. It thrives in the Mid West, Goldfields-Esperance, and Pilbara regions. These areas have the right conditions for Grevillea deflexa to grow and flourish.

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