Status:
valid
Authors:
K.R.Thiele
Source:
ksu
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 19: 284 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000746620
Common Names
- Hibbertia leucocrossa
- White-crossed Guinea-flower
- White-crossed Hibbertia
Description
Hibbertia leucocrossa (also called White-cross 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 leucocrossa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive pink flowers. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments including anxiety, depression, and insomnia.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hibbertia leucocrossa has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hibbertia leucocrossa is a perennial herb native to Australia. It can be propagated by seed or by division of the root system. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and does not require regular fertilization.
Where to Find Hibbertia leucocrossa
Hibbertia leucocrossa can be found in Australia.
Hibbertia leucocrossa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hibbertia leucocrossa?
Hibbertia leucocrossa
What type of plant is Hibbertia leucocrossa?
A flowering plant
Where is Hibbertia leucocrossa 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,