Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Macbr.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Candollea 5: 362 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000440240
Common Names
- Dulcis Brunellia
- Brunellia
- Brunellia Dulcis
Description
Brunellia dulcis (also called Sweet Brunellia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Andes mountains in South America. It has small, white flowers and oval-shaped leaves. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils and is often found in areas near streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Brunellia dulcis has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its drought tolerance.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brunellia dulcis has white flowers with four petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brunellia dulcis is a perennial plant that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by division in spring or by cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Brunellia dulcis
Brunellia dulcis can be found in Central and South America.
Brunellia dulcis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunellia dulcis?
Brunellia dulcis
What is the common name of Brunellia dulcis?
Sweet Brunellia
Where is Brunellia dulcis native to?
Central America
Species in the Brunellia genus
Brunellia acostae,
Brunellia acutangula,
Brunellia amayensis,
Brunellia boliviana,
Brunellia boqueronensis,
Brunellia briquetii,
Brunellia brunnea,
Brunellia cayambensis,
Brunellia comocladifolia,
Brunellia costaricensis,
Brunellia cutervensis,
Brunellia cuzcoensis,
Brunellia dichapetaloides,
Brunellia dulcis,
Brunellia ecuadoriensis,
Brunellia elliptica,
Brunellia farallonensis,
Brunellia foreroi,
Brunellia glabra,
Brunellia goudotii,
Brunellia hexasepala,
Brunellia hygrothermica,
Brunellia inermis,
Brunellia integrifolia,
Brunellia latifolia,
Brunellia littlei,
Brunellia macrophylla,
Brunellia mexicana,
Brunellia morii,
Brunellia neblinensis,
Brunellia occidentalis,
Brunellia oliveri,
Brunellia ovalifolia,
Brunellia pallida,
Brunellia pauciflora,
Brunellia penderiscana,
Brunellia pitayensis,
Brunellia propinqua,
Brunellia putumayensis,
Brunellia racemifera,
Brunellia rhoides,
Brunellia rufa,
Brunellia sibundoya,
Brunellia standleyana,
Brunellia stenoptera,
Brunellia stuebelii,
Brunellia subsessilis,
Brunellia tomentosa,
Brunellia trianae,
Brunellia trigyna,
Species in the Brunelliaceae family
Brunellia acostae,
Brunellia acutangula,
Brunellia amayensis,
Brunellia boliviana,
Brunellia boqueronensis,
Brunellia briquetii,
Brunellia brunnea,
Brunellia cayambensis,
Brunellia comocladifolia,
Brunellia costaricensis,
Brunellia cutervensis,
Brunellia cuzcoensis,
Brunellia dichapetaloides,
Brunellia dulcis,
Brunellia ecuadoriensis,
Brunellia elliptica,
Brunellia farallonensis,
Brunellia foreroi,
Brunellia glabra,
Brunellia goudotii,
Brunellia hexasepala,
Brunellia hygrothermica,
Brunellia inermis,
Brunellia integrifolia,
Brunellia latifolia,
Brunellia littlei,
Brunellia macrophylla,
Brunellia mexicana,
Brunellia morii,
Brunellia neblinensis,
Brunellia occidentalis,
Brunellia oliveri,
Brunellia ovalifolia,
Brunellia pallida,
Brunellia pauciflora,
Brunellia penderiscana,
Brunellia pitayensis,
Brunellia propinqua,
Brunellia putumayensis,
Brunellia racemifera,
Brunellia rhoides,
Brunellia rufa,
Brunellia sibundoya,
Brunellia standleyana,
Brunellia stenoptera,
Brunellia stuebelii,
Brunellia subsessilis,
Brunellia tomentosa,
Brunellia trianae,
Brunellia trigyna,