Erect Guinea-flower

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Description

Common names

Erect Guinea-flower, Grampians Guinea-flower.

Scientific names

Hibbertia riparia, Hibbertia stricta.

Family

Dilleniaceae.

Genus

Hibbertia.

Name origin

Hibbertia, named after George Hibbert a patron of botany.

Rainfall

400mm+.

Growth rate

Moderate.

Growth height

Up to 0.6m.

Presence in Australia

Noted around Albury and Upper Upper Jerra Jerra-Upper Back. Probably also in similar surrounding country.

This specie has been identified in the following Australian states: Qld, NSW, ACT, Vic, Tas, SA.

Habitat

On porphyry and granite areas, on shallow gravelly soils.

Habit

Low, usually upright shrub to 60cm high.

Flowering

Conspicuous golden-yellow flowers, Sep-Feb.

Seed collection

Monitor closely as mature seeds soon shed.

Propagation

From cuttings.

Wildlife

Good habitat. Flowers are a food for many native insects, including moths, butterflies, wasps and bees.

Ornamental

Excellent ornamental for containers and rockeries. Prune tips regularly to promote bushiness.