Prickly Guinea-flower (Hibbertia Acicularis) is a perennial shrub in the Dilleniaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Hibbertia acicularis is a species of flowering plant in the family Dilleniaceae, endemic to eastern Australia. It is a spreading to prostrate or erect shrub with linear to lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Prickly Guinea-flower

Prickly Guinea-flower

Hibbertia Acicularis

Hibbertia acicularis is a species of flowering plant in the family Dilleniaceae, endemic to eastern Australia. It is a spreading to prostrate or erect shrub with linear to lance-shaped leaves and yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Prickly Guinea-flower

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Dilleniaceae
Genus:Hibbertia