Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
cactifolia
ID:
747321

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toelken

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 23: 52 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746654



Common Names

  • Hibbertia cactifolia
  • Cactus-leaved Hibbertia
  • Cactus-leaved Guinea Flower


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Description

Hibbertia cactifolia (also called Cactus-like Guinea Flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5m in height and has small, yellow flowers with cactus-like petals. It grows in dry, open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia cactifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a hedge plant. It is also used in revegetation projects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibbertia cactifolia has yellow flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, cactus-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia cactifolia is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require regular fertilization.

Where to Find Hibbertia cactifolia

Hibbertia cactifolia is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heath.

Hibbertia cactifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia cactifolia?

Hibbertia cactifolia

What is the common name of Hibbertia cactifolia?

Cactus Guinea Flower

Where is Hibbertia cactifolia found?

Hibbertia cactifolia is found in Australia

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,