Grevillea
rhyolitica: Once upon a time there was Grevillea victoriae.
This species was found in Southern New South Wales, Australian Capital
Territory and Northern Victoria. Both sub-alpine and coastal areas were home
to Grevillea victoriae. The species was noted for a wide range of forms
and varieties. Recently a number of new species were split from the Grevillea
victoriae complex. Grevillea rhyolitica is one of these new
species. It is classified as an endangered plant and is sold under the name
Deua Flame. This is an apt name for the species. Grevillea rhyolitica
comes from the Deua National Park, in Southern New South Wales and the pendant
flower heads are bright red. Grevillea Deua Flame will reach a height
of 1.5 metres by 1.5 metres and will flower throughout the year. The flowers
are rich in nectar and will attract honeyeaters. Together with a number of
other endangered native plants, this beautiful Grevillea is marketed by
Yarralumla Nurseries in Canberra. Pruning
regularly will encourage dense growth and increase flowering. We have found that this species propagates
readily from cuttings.