Family: Proteaceae
Author: Schltdl.
Bibliography: Linnaea 20: 586 (1847)
Year: 1847
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Grevillea
Vegetable: False
Observations: SE. South Australia to Victoria
Description
The Lavender Grevillea, scientifically known as Grevillea lavandulacea, is a remarkable flowering plant that belongs to the Proteaceae family. It was first described and documented by the renowned botanist Diederich Friedrich Carl von Schlechtendal in the 1847 volume of Linnaea, a respected botanical journal.
Endemic to the southeast regions of South Australia and extending into Victoria, this species thrives in its native habitats. The Lavender Grevillea is admired for its distinctive and visually appealing blooms. Its flowers are typically arranged in dense clusters, showcasing a palette of colors that range from deep pinks to vibrant reds and sometimes soft lavender hues, which is likely the inspiration behind its common name. These blooms provide a delightful contrast against the plant’s finely divided, almost fern-like foliage.
The plant’s adaptability to a range of environmental conditions makes it a popular choice for gardens and landscaping projects, particularly in areas that mimic its natural rocky and well-drained habitat. In addition to its ornamental beauty, Grevillea lavandulacea plays a crucial role in local ecosystems, attracting pollinators such as birds and insects that thrive on its nectar.
Efforts to cultivate and preserve this species outside of its native range have been successful, showcasing the Lavender Grevillea’s robustness and its contribution to biodiversity in cultivated landscapes. As such, it remains a species of interest not only to botanists but also to garden enthusiasts and conservationists committed to maintaining the rich floral heritage of Australia.
Common Names
Eng: lavender grevillea
En: Lavender grevillea
Synonyms
- Hakea lavandulacea ((Schltdl.) Christenh. & Byng)
Distribution
- South Australia (native)
- Victoria (native)
Additional Images
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Leaf
Taken Dec 1, 2019 by Monia (cc-by-sa)
Flower
Taken Jun 16, 2021 by Georg Dean (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7287283)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:703881-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Grevillea lavandulacea Schltdl.)
