Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Species:
acaulis
ID:
573552

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Bremek.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 67: 305 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572884



Common Names

  • Brunoniella acaulis
  • Silver Brunia
  • Silver Star


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Description

Brunoniella acaulis (also called Silver Tree, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, silvery-green leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It is found in dry, rocky areas and is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Brunoniella acaulis is a popular ornamental plant used in flower arrangements and bouquets. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a filler in hanging baskets.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Brunoniella acaulis sub. ciliata R.M.Barker
Brunoniella acaulis sub. acaulis

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunoniella acaulis is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunoniella acaulis is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It is also possible to propagate it from cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Brunoniella acaulis

Brunoniella acaulis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Brunoniella acaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunoniella acaulis?

Brunoniella acaulis

What is the common name of Brunoniella acaulis?

Acaulis bruneau

What is the family of Brunoniella acaulis?

Asteraceae

Species in the Acanthaceae family

Acanthopale macrocarpa, Acanthopale confertiflora, Acanthopale decempedalis, Acanthopale laxiflora, Acanthopale madagascariensis, Acanthopale pubescens, Acanthopale aethiogermanica, Acanthopale breviceps, Acanthopale cuneifolia, Acanthopale ramiflora, Acanthopale perrieri, Acanthopale humblotii, Acanthopsis carduifolia, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis glauca, Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana, Acanthopsis horrida, Acanthopsis scullyi, Acanthopsis spathularis, Acanthopsis disperma, Acanthopsis tuba, Acanthopsis ludoviciana, Acanthopsis adamanticola, Acanthopsis dispermoides, Acanthopsis erosa, Acanthopsis dregeana, Acanthopsis tetragona, Acanthopsis glandulopalmata, Acanthopsis insueta, Acanthopsis nitida, Acanthopsis pagodiformis, Acanthopsis glabra, Acanthopsis villosa, Acanthus austromontanus, Acanthus greuterianus, Acanthus kulalensis, Acanthus arboreus, Acanthus carduaceus, Acanthus caroli-alexandri, Acanthus caudatus, Acanthus dioscoridis, Acanthus ebracteatus, Acanthus eminens, Acanthus flexicaulis, Acanthus gaed, Acanthus guineensis, Acanthus hirsutus, Acanthus hungaricus, Acanthus ilicifolius, Acanthus latisepalus,

References

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Eliza Bertus Bremekamp (1888-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bremek.' in the authors string.
Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.: Based on the WCVP December 2022 data release.