Grevillea sulcata facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Grevillea sulcata |
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Grevillea
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sulcata
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The Grevillea sulcata is a special type of shrub that belongs to the Grevillea family. It grows naturally in the Great Southern part of Western Australia. This plant is known for its unique look and pretty red flowers.
What is Grevillea sulcata?
The Grevillea sulcata is a spreading shrub. This means it grows outwards rather than straight up. It usually reaches a height of about 0.3 to 1.5 meters (1 to 5 feet). Its branches are not covered in a waxy, whitish layer, which is what "non-glaucous" means.
Leaves and Flowers
This shrub has simple leaves. They are not divided into smaller parts, and they are flat and narrow, like a line. Each leaf blade is about 8 to 30 millimeters (0.3 to 1.2 inches) long. They are also quite thin, only about 1 to 1.5 millimeters (0.04 to 0.06 inches) wide.
The Grevillea sulcata blooms, or flowers, between July and September. Its flowers grow in a cluster at the end of a stem. This type of flower cluster is called a "terminal raceme inflorescence." The flowers are a bright red color, and they also have red "styles." The style is a part of the flower that helps with reproduction.
Fruit and Seeds
After the flowers bloom, the plant forms fruit. These fruits are smooth and shaped like an egg, which is what "ovoid" means. They are also "glabrous," meaning they don't have any hairs. Each fruit is about 13 millimeters (0.5 inches) long. Inside these fruits are the seeds that can grow into new Grevillea sulcata plants.
Where Does it Grow?
The Grevillea sulcata is native to a specific area in Western Australia. This means it has grown there naturally for a very long time. It thrives in the conditions found in the Great Southern region. This plant is an important part of the local ecosystem.
