Silky oak

Where does Silky oak grow?

Found in: Africa, Argentina, Asia, Australia, Caribbean, Central Africa, Central America, China, Congo DR, Dominican Republic, East Africa, Easter Island, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Haiti, Hawaii, India, Indonesia, Jamaica, Kenya, Marquesas, Mozambique, Myanmar, Norfolk Island, North Africa, Pacific, Pakistan, Sao Tome and Principe, SE Asia, South Africa, Southern Africa, South America, Sri Lanka, St Helena, Swaziland, Tanzania, Tasmania, United States, West Indies, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Notes: There are 250 Grevillea species. It can be invasive.

Growing Silky oak

Cultivation: Plants can be grown from fresh seed. They can also be grown from cuttings and grafting.

Edible Uses: The nectar of the flowers are used to make sweet drinks. The nectar can be sucked directly from the flowers. Caution: It can cause skin rashes and the plants can contain cyanide.

Production: It is fast growing. It can take 10 years until flowering.

Nutrition Info

Silky oak Photos

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