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silk oak

Grevillea robusta

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Proteales ›Family: Proteaceae ›Genus: Grevillea

About

Grevillea robusta, commonly known as the southern silky oak, silk oak or silky oak, or Australian silver oak, is the largest species in the genus Grevillea of the family Proteaceae. It is not closely related to the true oaks, Quercus. It is a native of eastern coastal Australia, in riverine, subtropical and dry rainforest environments receiving more than 1,000 mm per year of average rainfall.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of silk oak?
The scientific name of silk oak is Grevillea robusta.
What is the conservation status of silk oak?
The silk oak has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does silk oak belong to?
silk oak belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does silk oak belong to?
silk oak belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does silk oak belong to?
silk oak belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does silk oak belong to?
silk oak belongs to the order Proteales.
What family does silk oak belong to?
silk oak belongs to the family Proteaceae.
What genus does silk oak belong to?
silk oak belongs to the genus Grevillea.