Greyia radlkoferi
About
Greyia radlkoferi, the woolly bottlebrush or Natal bottlebrush, is a shrub or small tree, native to South Africa. It grows up to 5 metres in height and has smooth yellowish bark, becoming grey and deeply furrowed as it matures. The leaves are oval or heart-shaped and woolly on the undersurface, which distinguishes the species from Greyia sutherlandii. The scarlet flowers occur in dense, upright clusters from July to October in the species' native range.
- Family
- Francoaceae
How to use it
The woolly bottlebrush is primarily used for ornamental purposes due to its stunning scarlet flowers and unique foliage. It's a great choice for adding color to gardens and attracting birds and pollinators.
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Gardening tip
When planting woolly bottlebrush, ensure it has enough space to grow, as it can reach up to 5 meters tall. Position it in a sunny spot to encourage vibrant blooms.
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In the kitchen
The woolly bottlebrush is not eaten by humans. Instead, it serves as a beautiful ornamental plant, showcasing its striking flowers and unique foliage.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Greyia radlkoferi
- Slug
- greyia-radlkoferi
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Francoaceae
- Genus
- Greyia
- Species
- radlkoferi
- Wikidata QID
- Q5608446
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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