Cue grevillea facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cue grevillea |
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Grevillea
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inconspicua
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The Grevillea inconspicua, also known as the Cue Grevillea, is a type of shrub. It belongs to the Grevillea plant family. This plant grows naturally in the Mid West and Goldfields regions of Western Australia.
What is the Cue Grevillea?
The Cue Grevillea is a bushy shrub. It has many branches that spread out. The plant can grow from about 0.6 to 2 meters (2 to 6.5 feet) tall. Its branches are thin and wire-like. The leaves are flat and simple. They are usually 10 to 45 millimeters long and 0.5 to 1.5 millimeters wide.
Flowers and Fruit
This plant flowers from June to August. It produces white or grey flowers in clusters. These flower clusters grow at the end of its branches. After flowering, it grows a small, oval-shaped fruit. These fruits are about 8 to 14 millimeters long. They have ridges or ribs on their surface.
Where Does It Grow?
You can find the Cue Grevillea in central Western Australia. It grows in places like Cue, Meekatharra, and north-east of Sandstone. This shrub often grows in open areas with other shrubs. It likes to grow along drainage lines and in gullies. It grows best in red clay and loam soils. These soils are often found over green stone.
Growing the Cue Grevillea
The Cue Grevillea is a good plant for a water-wise garden. This means it does not need a lot of water. It might not be the showiest plant, but it is very tough. It can handle full sun. It also needs soil that drains water well.
