Silky Oak

Scientific Name: Grevillea robusta

Native Range: Originally from Australia, it is found in the rain forests of south-eastern Queensland and north-eastern New South Wales.

Maximum Size:

Silky Oaks are fast-growing evergreen trees, with the tallest being 35 m. (115 ft.)

Leaves

Seed Pods

Flowers

Lifespan:

They generally mature around 20 years and may live up to 50 years.

Interesting Facts

  • The leaves are poisonous and can cause skin irritation.
  • Before aluminum's advent, the timber of the Silky Oak was used for external window joinery, because it is resistant to wood rot.
  • The older it gets, it is able to withstand very low temperatures of -8 °C or 18 °F.
  • The flowers and fruit contain toxic hydrogen cyanide.

This page by Jonah P.