Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
propinqua
ID:
747279

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.R.Thiele

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 19: 290 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746612



Common Names

  • Hibbertia propinqua
  • Proximate Guinea-flower
  • Proximate Hibbertia


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Description

Hibbertia propinqua (also called Propinqua, among many other common names) is a small shrub of the Dilleniaceae family, native to the temperate regions of Australia. It grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia propinqua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive white flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including anxiety, depression, and insomnia.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Hibbertia propinqua flower is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia propinqua 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 propinqua

Hibbertia propinqua can be found in Australia.

Hibbertia propinqua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia propinqua?

Hibbertia propinqua

What type of plant is Hibbertia propinqua?

A flowering plant

Where is Hibbertia propinqua native to?

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,

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