Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
acerosa
ID:
722522

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benth.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1863

Citation Micro:
Fl. Austral. 1: 24 (1863)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721855



Common Names

  • Hibbertia Acerosa
  • Common Guinea Flower
  • Shrubby Guinea Flower


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Description

Hibbertia acerosa (also called prickly guinea flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub with a rounded crown and prickly stems. It is native to Australia and is found in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands. It has small, oval leaves and yellow, five-petaled flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia acerosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and is used as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and to provide shade in hot climates.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibbertia acerosa has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia acerosa is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Hibbertia acerosa

Hibbertia acerosa is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern and western parts of the continent.

Hibbertia acerosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia acerosa?

Hibbertia acerosa

What is the common name of Hibbertia acerosa?

Hibbertia acerosa

What is the family of Hibbertia acerosa?

Dilleniaceae

Species in the Hibbertia genus

Hibbertia acerosa, Hibbertia acicularis, Hibbertia acrotrichion, Hibbertia acuminata, Hibbertia altigena, Hibbertia amplexicaulis, Hibbertia ancistrophylla, Hibbertia ancistrotricha, Hibbertia andrewsiana, Hibbertia androsaemoides, Hibbertia appressa, Hibbertia argentea, Hibbertia arnhemica, Hibbertia aspera, Hibbertia aurea, Hibbertia australis, Hibbertia avonensis, Hibbertia axillibarba, Hibbertia banksii, Hibbertia basaltica, Hibbertia baudouinii, Hibbertia bouletii, Hibbertia bracteata, Hibbertia brownei, Hibbertia calycina, Hibbertia candicans, Hibbertia carinata, Hibbertia charlesii, Hibbertia chartacea, Hibbertia cinerea, Hibbertia circumdans, Hibbertia cistiflora, Hibbertia cistifolia, Hibbertia cistoidea, Hibbertia commutata, Hibbertia comptonii, Hibbertia concinna, Hibbertia conspicua, Hibbertia covenyana, Hibbertia crassifolia, Hibbertia crinita, Hibbertia crispula, Hibbertia cuneiformis, Hibbertia cunninghamii, Hibbertia cymosa, Hibbertia dealbata, Hibbertia decumbens, Hibbertia dentata, Hibbertia depressa, Hibbertia desmophylla,

Species in the Dilleniaceae family

Acrotrema agastyamalayanum, Acrotrema arnottianum, Acrotrema costatum, Acrotrema dissectum, Acrotrema intermedium, Acrotrema lanceolatum, Acrotrema lyratum, Acrotrema thwaitesii, Acrotrema uniflorum, Acrotrema walkeri, Curatella americana, Davilla bahiana, Davilla bilobata, Davilla neei, Davilla alata, Davilla angustifolia, Davilla aspera, Davilla cearensis, Davilla cuatrecasasii, Davilla cuspidulata, Davilla elliptica, Davilla flexuosa, Davilla glabrata, Davilla glaziovii, Davilla grandiflora, Davilla kubitzkii, Davilla kunthii, Davilla lacunosa, Davilla latifolia, Davilla macrocarpa, Davilla morii, Davilla nitida, Davilla papyracea, Davilla pedicellaris, Davilla rugosa, Davilla sellowiana, Davilla steyermarkii, Davilla strigosa, Davilla aymardii, Davilla minutifolia, Davilla sessilifolia, Davilla lanosa, Davilla hirsuticarpa, Didesmandra aspera, Dillenia alata, Dillenia albiflos, Dillenia andamanica, Dillenia aurea, Dillenia auriculata, Dillenia beccariana,