Grevillea asparagoides
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Grevillea asparagoides is a shrub which is endemic to the south-west of Western Australia. It grows up from 0.5 to 2 metres in height and produces bright red flowers between July and December (late winter to early summer ) in its native range.[1]
The species was first formally described by botanist Carl Meissner, his description published in Prodromus in 1856. The specific epithet is derived from a passing resemblance of the foliage to that of asparagus.[2]
[edit] Culivation
This species requires a well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is from cuttings; grafting on the east coast of Australia may be required to ensure greater reliability.[2]
[edit] References
- ^ Grevillea asparagoides. Flora of Australia Online. Department of the Environment and Heritage, Australian Government.
- ^ a b Wrigley, J.W and Fagg, M. (1989). Bankias, Waratahs & Grevilleas. Australia: Collins. ISBN 0 7322 0020 2.
[edit] External links
- Grevillea asparagoides Meisn.. Australian Plant Name Index (APNI), IBIS database. Centre for Plant Biodiversity Research, Australian Government.
- Grevillea asparagoides. FloraBase. Department of Environment and Conservation, Government of Western Australia.
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