Flower Properties

Property	Value
English Name	Red Silky Oak
MainColor	Red
PlantType	Tree
Growth Type	Cultivated
Season	May
ImageUrl	Grevillea-002
Photographer	DP
Location	Abbotsbury
Human Toxicity	Mildly_Toxic

Flower Details

Description

Grevillea banksii is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 7 metres in height. It features striking red or pink toothbrush-like flower clusters and fern-like leaves. The plant is known for its long flowering period, attracting a variety of birds and insects.

Distribution

Native to Queensland, Australia, Grevillea banksii has been widely cultivated and can also be found in gardens and landscapes in other tropical and subtropical regions.

Medicinal/Other Uses

— No significant medicinal uses.

Edibility

Caution Advised - the plant contains compounds that can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.

Human Toxicity

Mildly Toxic - contact with the plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.

Pet Toxicity

Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset.

Active Compounds

Triterpenoids, phenolic compounds, cyanogenic glycosides.