Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
solanifolia
ID:
747293

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toelken

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 23: 60 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746626



Common Names

  • Hibbertia solanifolia
  • Potato-leaved Guinea-flower
  • Potato-leaved Hibbertia


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Description

Hibbertia solanifolia (also called Potato-leaf Guinea-flower, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1.5 meters in height and has yellow flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia solanifolia 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

Hibbertia solanifolia has yellow flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia solanifolia is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 1m in height. It prefers a warm, humid climate and full sun. Propagation is by cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from a healthy, mature plant and should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Hibbertia solanifolia

Hibbertia solanifolia can be found in Australia.

Hibbertia solanifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia solanifolia?

Hibbertia solanifolia

What type of plant is Hibbertia solanifolia?

A flowering plant

Where is Hibbertia solanifolia 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,