Status:
valid
Authors:
(Heine) Moylan
Source:
cmp
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 55: 480 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572887
Common Names
- Brunoniella neocaledonica
- Silver Brunia
- Silver Star
Description
Brunoniella neocaledonica (also called New Caledonian Brunoniella, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to New Caledonia and is found in rocky outcrops, grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Brunoniella neocaledonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Brunoniella neocaledonica 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brunoniella neocaledonica 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 neocaledonica
Brunoniella neocaledonica is native to New Caledonia and can be found in the Loyalty Islands and the main island of Grande Terre.
Brunoniella neocaledonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunoniella neocaledonica?
Brunoniella neocaledonica
What is the common name of Brunoniella neocaledonica?
Neocaledonica bruneau
What is the family of Brunoniella neocaledonica?
Asteraceae
Species in the Brunoniella genus
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,