Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
stelligera
ID:
747337

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.T.White) Toelken

Source:
ksu

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 23: 91 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746670



Common Names

  • Hibbertia stelligera
  • Star-shaped Guinea Flower
  • Star-shaped Guinea Vine


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Description

Hibbertia stelligera (also called Star-shaped Guinea Flower, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to Australia. It grows up to 1m in height and has small, yellow flowers with star-shaped petals. It grows in dry, open forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia stelligera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a long flowering period and is known for its attractive foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

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

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia stelligera is a tropical evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 25°F (-4°C). It can be pruned to maintain a desired size and shape.

Where to Find Hibbertia stelligera

Hibbertia stelligera can be found in Australia.

Hibbertia stelligera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia stelligera?

Hibbertia stelligera

What is the common name of Hibbertia stelligera?

Star Hibbertia

What is the natural habitat of Hibbertia stelligera?

Dry sclerophyll forest

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

Cyril Tenison White (1890-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.T.White' in the authors string.
Hellmut R. Toelken (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toelken' in the authors string.