Grevillea bloom

Another native plant in bloom
Traditional Aboriginal use
Grevillea flowers were a traditional favourite among Aborigines for their sweet nectar. This could be shaken onto the hand to enjoy, or into a coolamon with a little water to make a sweet drink. They might be referred to as the original "bush lollies".

Drinking nectar direct from the flower is best avoided as some commonly cultivated Grevillea species produce flowers containing toxic cyanide
Other common names: grevillea, spider flower, silky oak and toothbrush plant