Silver oak (Grevillea robusta), a native of Australia, is initially planted for shade trees in coffee and tea plantations of high altitudes particularly in hilly areas. Later on, this has been widely accepted to be planted in plains as ornamental, farmlands, avenue, road side plantations etc. The wood of Grevillea robusta fetches a good market in Indian trades for making body building of lorry and furniture. Due to its economic importance, awareness and better ...
