Grevillea aka Grevillea Sp.

Grevillea, commonly known as spider flowers, is a versatile genus of evergreen flowering plants in the family Proteaceae. With approximately 360 species, these plants can be found as shrubs or occasionally as trees. Their leaves are arranged alternately along the branches, while the zygomorphic flowers form racemes at the ends of branchlets. The fruit of Grevillea is a follicle that splits down one side, releasing one or two seeds. One particular species, Grevillea robusta or silk oak, stands out as a tall tree with a compact, rounded and bushy form. Its bright green foliage and clusters of creamy yellow-white flowers grace the winter and spring months. Originally from Australia, this tree has found success in North America, where it adds a striking vertical accent to the skyline. Notably, Grevillea robusta is renowned for its rapid growth and impressive lifespan of 50-65 years.