Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
demissa
ID:
1326853

Status:
valid

Authors:
Toelken

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
J. Adelaide Bot. Gard. 26: 38 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001339307

Common Names

  • Hibbertia demissa
  • Demissa Hibbertia
  • Mountain Hibbertia

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Description

Hibbertia demissa (also called Dwarf Guinea-flower, among many other common names) is a small shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It is native to Australia, and is found in heathlands, woodlands, and dry sclerophyll forests. Its leaves are stiff, linear, and have a toothed margin. The flowers are yellow and have five petals.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia demissa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is a great choice for xeriscaping and can be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hibbertia demissa is a yellow, five-petaled flower with a yellow center and a long, thin stem. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia demissa is a perennial shrub that is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It prefers a slightly acidic soil pH. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Hibbertia demissa

Hibbertia demissa is native to Australia.

Hibbertia demissa FAQ

What is the common name of Hibbertia demissa?

Common name of Hibbertia demissa is Spreading Guinea-flower

What is the scientific classification of Hibbertia demissa?

Hibbertia demissa belongs to the family Dilleniaceae and genus Hibbertia

What is the natural habitat of Hibbertia demissa?

Hibbertia demissa is native to Australia and can be found in open woodlands and heathlands

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

Hellmut R. Toelken (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Toelken' in the authors string.