Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
arcuata
ID:
1260014

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.R.Wheeler

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 9: 434 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259352





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Description

Hibbertia arcuata (also called Hibbertia, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes of South America. It has small, white flowers and leathery, glossy leaves. It grows in moist and shady habitats such as mountain forests and ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia arcuata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin ailments and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibbertia arcuata has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia arcuata can be propagated by seed, division or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Division can be done in spring or autumn, and cuttings can be taken in spring or summer. The plant should be grown in full sun or partial shade in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Hibbertia arcuata

Hibbertia arcuata is native to Australia and can be found in temperate forests.

Hibbertia arcuata FAQ

What type of plant is Hibbertia arcuata?

Hibbertia arcuata is a species of flowering plant in the family Dilleniaceae.

Where is Hibbertia arcuata found?

Hibbertia arcuata is found in the Amazon rainforest of Brazil.

What is the growth habit of Hibbertia arcuata?

Hibbertia arcuata is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 2 m tall.

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,