Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
stellulifera
ID:
52556

Status:
valid

Authors:
Humbert

Source:
gcc

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Compos. Madagascar 55, 286 (1923)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000051885



Common Names

  • Stellulifera Brachylaena
  • Stellulifera Silverleaf
  • Stellulifera Silver-leaf


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Description

Brachylaena stellulifera (also called Silver-leaved Brachylaena, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 4m in height. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry bushveld, wooded grassland, and rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brachylaena stellulifera is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of firewood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brachylaena stellulifera is white and star-shaped. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are slender and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brachylaena stellulifera is a shrub or small tree that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Brachylaena stellulifera

Brachylaena stellulifera is native to Africa and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Brachylaena stellulifera FAQ

What is the common name of Brachylaena stellulifera?

Silver Star

What is the natural habitat of Brachylaena stellulifera?

Coastal forests and woodlands

What is the average height of Brachylaena stellulifera?

3-4 m

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-15044: Based on the initial data import
Jean-Henri Humbert (1887-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Humbert' in the authors string.