Grevillea oleoides facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Red spider flower |
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| Grevillea oleoides in Royal National Park | |
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Grevillea
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oleoides
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The Grevillea oleoides, also known as the red spider flower, is a type of shrub. It grows naturally only in New South Wales, Australia.
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About the Red Spider Flower
What it Looks Like
This plant is a tall shrub that can grow up to 3 metres (about 10 feet) high. Its leaves are usually long and narrow, sometimes shaped like an oval. The flowers are mostly red, but can sometimes be pink. They usually bloom from late winter to late spring, which is August to November in Australia. However, you might see some flowers at other times of the year too.
Where it Grows
The red spider flower is found in Sydney and the areas around it. It likes to grow in dry sclerophyll woodlands or heathlands. These are places with tough, leathery-leaved plants. You can often find it in moist spots near creeks or swamps.
How it Got its Name
Scientists give every living thing a special two-part name, like Grevillea oleoides. This system helps everyone around the world know exactly which plant or animal they are talking about. This particular plant was first officially described in 1827 by a scientist named Franz Sieber.
Images for kids
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This is how the Red Spider Flower looks in Heathcote National Park.
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See also
In Spanish: Grevillea oleoides para niños
