Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1862
Citation Micro:
Pl. Victoria 1: 17 (1862)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000721858
Common Names
- Hibbertia Acicularis
- Needle-Leaf Guinea Flower
- Slender Guinea Flower
Description
Hibbertia acicularis (also called needle 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 acicularis 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 acicularis has small, yellowish-white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hibbertia acicularis 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 acicularis
Hibbertia acicularis is native to Australia and can be found in the eastern and western parts of the continent.
Hibbertia acicularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibbertia acicularis?
Hibbertia acicularis
What is the common name of Hibbertia acicularis?
Hibbertia acicularis
What is the family of Hibbertia acicularis?
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,