Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
olivacea
ID:
85752

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klatt) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47(1): 81 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000085081



Common Names

  • Hubertia
  • Olive Hubertia
  • Olivacea


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Description

Hubertia olivacea (also called Olive Hubertia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Western Cape of South Africa. It has leathery, dark green leaves and yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. It grows in sandy soils in coastal scrub and fynbos regions.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia olivacea is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also known for its drought tolerance and ability to attract birds and other wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hubertia olivacea has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia olivacea is a low-growing, evergreen shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from cuttings taken from semi-hardwood stems. The cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location until they have rooted. Once established, Hubertia olivacea requires little maintenance and can tolerate drought and frost.

Where to Find Hubertia olivacea

Hubertia olivacea can be found in South Africa.

Hubertia olivacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hubertia olivacea?

Hubertia olivacea

What is the common name of Hubertia olivacea?

Olive Hubertia

What is the natural habitat of Hubertia olivacea?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes Mountains

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-415: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Wilhelm Klatt (1825-1897): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klatt' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.