Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Dilleniales
Genus:
Species:
obtusifolia
ID:
722749

Status:
valid

Authors:
DC.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 1: 429 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000722082

Common Names

  • Hibbertia obtusifolia
  • Blunt-leaved Guinea-flower
  • Blunt-leaved Hibbertia

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Synonyms

  • Hibbertia linearis obtusifolia (DC.) A.Gray [unknown]

Description

Hibbertia obtusifolia (also called Obtuse-leaved Guinea Flower, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with an upright habit, growing up to 4 m tall. It is native to Australia, found in the states of New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria, typically in open forest and woodland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hibbertia obtusifolia is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hibbertia obtusifolia has yellow flowers with five petals and a long, slender seed pod. The seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hibbertia obtusifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frost. It can be pruned to maintain a desired shape.

Where to Find Hibbertia obtusifolia

Hibbertia obtusifolia can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.

Hibbertia obtusifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hibbertia obtusifolia?

Hibbertia obtusifolia

What is the common name of Hibbertia obtusifolia?

Obtuse-leaved Guinea Flower

Where is Hibbertia obtusifolia found?

Hibbertia obtusifolia is found in Australia, in the states of New South Wales, Queensland, and Victoria.

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,