Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
porcata
ID:
1326900

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toelken

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 26: 57 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339354



Common Names

  • Hibbertia porcata
  • Porcata Hibbertia
  • Mountain Hibbertia


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Description

Hibbertia porcata (also called Pig's Ear, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in heathlands, woodlands, and dry sclerophyll forests. Its leaves are stiff, linear, and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia porcata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibbertia porcata is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia porcata is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be propagated by seed or division.

Where to Find Hibbertia porcata

Hibbertia porcata is native to Australia, and can be found in the wild in New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

Hibbertia porcata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia porcata?

Hibbertia porcata

What type of environment does Hibbertia porcata prefer?

Hibbertia porcata prefers humid, tropical environments.

What type of soil does Hibbertia porcata need?

Hibbertia porcata needs well-draining, acidic soil.

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,

References

Hellmut R. Toelken (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toelken' in the authors string.