Blue Mountains Guinea Flower (Hibbertia Bracteata) 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 bracteata is an erect diffuse shrub endemic to the Sydney and Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia, characterized by small yellow five-petalled flowers surrounded by brown bracts.

Blue Mountains Guinea Flower

Blue Mountains Guinea Flower

Hibbertia Bracteata

Hibbertia bracteata is an erect diffuse shrub endemic to the Sydney and Blue Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia, characterized by small yellow five-petalled flowers surrounded by brown bracts.

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
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Mountains 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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Blue Mountains Guinea Flower
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Taxonomy

Family:Dilleniaceae
Genus:Hibbertia