Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
riparia
ID:
87966

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) C.Jeffrey

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000087295



Common Names

  • Hubertia riparia
  • Riparian Hubertia
  • Riparian Guinea Flower


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Description

Hubertia riparia (also called Riverbank Hubertia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Australia. It is characterized by its small, yellow flowers and narrow, lance-shaped leaves. It is typically found in riparian zones and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hubertia riparia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating a variety of ailments. It is also used as a fodder plant for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hubertia riparia is a small, yellow, daisy-like flower with a dark center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hubertia riparia is a perennial shrub that is native to South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. When propagating from seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil in a sunny spot. When propagating from cuttings, take cuttings from the stem tips in spring or summer and place them in a pot of moist soil. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Hubertia riparia

Hubertia riparia is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky areas and along riverbanks.

Hubertia riparia FAQ

What are the common names for Hubertia riparia?

River Hubertia

What type of soil does Hubertia riparia prefer?

Well-drained, sandy soil

What is the optimal temperature range for Hubertia riparia?

60-75°F (15-24°C)

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-43662: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Charles Jeffrey (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Jeffrey' in the authors string.