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.