Grevillea robusta

Names

English: grevillea, silky oak

Kiswahili: mgrivia, mkima

Palatability: poor for goats, moderate for cows.

Nutritional value: Reportedly poor.

Safety: No problems have been encountered when fed in moderate quantities.

Timber. Suitable for agroforestry, especially around field margins and with pruning of surface roots.

Can be side-pruned to improve timber quality and provide fodder.