Botanical Name
Grevillea willisii
Common Name
Omeo Grevillea
Description
Omeo Grevillea is a precious threatened native shrub renowned for its distinctive lobed foliage and significant conservation value that creates meaningful displays in Australian gardens. This rare species, threatened with extinction under Victorian legislation, produces attractive grey-green, stiff leaves with distinctive pinnate lobing and somewhat prickly tips that provide unique textural interest. The hairy stems and leaf undersurfaces add to its distinctive character. Hardy once established in suitable conditions, it thrives in well-drained rocky soils and full sun to partial shade positions with excellent drainage essential. Perfect for alpine gardens, conservation plantings, and areas where threatened native shrubs with unique foliage characteristics create important landscape displays while supporting species preservation.
Plant Category
Large Shrubs
Size (H x W)
Height: 3 meters, Spread: 5 meters
Habitat
Grevillea willisii naturally occurs in north/northeastern Victoria in the Mitta Mitta Creek catchment, Narlel Creek, and Wheelers Creek in the Omeo area, growing on granite-rocky areas in alpine woodlands and forests. This rare species is listed as threatened with extinction under Victorian legislation.
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