Grevillea trifida facts for kids

The Grevillea trifida is a special type of shrub that belongs to the Grevillea family. It's found growing naturally in the South West and Great Southern parts of Western Australia.

Discovering Grevillea trifida

This interesting plant is a spreading shrub, meaning it grows wide rather than just tall. It has spiny branches, so it's a bit prickly to touch!

What it Looks Like

The Grevillea trifida usually grows to be about 0.5 to 1.5 meters (1.6 to 4.9 feet) tall. Its branches are not covered in a waxy, bluish layer. The leaves are quite unique; they are simple but divided into three parts, almost like fingers. These leaves can be anywhere from 20 to 100 millimeters (0.8 to 3.9 inches) long.

Flowers and Fruit

This shrub puts on a beautiful display of flowers between July and November. Its flowers grow in clusters along the stems or at the very tips of the branches. They are usually white or cream-colored, with matching white or cream-colored styles (the part of the flower that helps with reproduction). After the flowers, the plant produces small, wrinkled fruits. These fruits are shaped like oblongs or ellipses, are smooth, and measure about 7 to 10 millimeters (0.3 to 0.4 inches) long.