Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
albiflora
ID:
749530

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Phillips) Class.-Bockh. & E.G.H.Oliv.

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1147 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748863



Common Names

  • Berzelia Albiflora
  • White Berzelia
  • White-flowered Berzelia


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Description

Berzelia albiflora (also called White Berzelia, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and is found in rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Berzelia albiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Berzelia albiflora has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Berzelia albiflora is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Cape Floristic Region of South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Berzelia albiflora

Berzelia albiflora is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky outcrops and grasslands in the western parts of the country.

Berzelia albiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Berzelia albiflora?

Berzelia albiflora

What are the common names of Berzelia albiflora?

White Berzelia, White-flowered Berzelia

What is the natural habitat of Berzelia albiflora?

Berzelia albiflora is found in dry, rocky areas in South Africa.

Species in the Bruniaceae family

Audouinia capitata, Audouinia laxa, Audouinia laevis, Audouinia esterhuyseniae, Audouinia hispida, Berzelia abrotanoides, Berzelia alopecuroides, Berzelia arachnoidea, Berzelia burchellii, Berzelia commutata, Berzelia cordifolia, Berzelia dregeana, Berzelia ecklonii, Berzelia galpinii, Berzelia incurva, Berzelia intermedia, Berzelia lanuginosa, Berzelia rubra, Berzelia squarrosa, Berzelia albiflora, Berzelia stokoei, Berzelia alopecurioides, Brunia cordata, Brunia fragarioides, Brunia laevis, Brunia macrocephala, Brunia microphylla, Brunia neglecta, Brunia noduliflora, Brunia paleacea, Brunia phylicoides, Brunia squalida, Brunia villosa, Brunia virgata, Brunia palustris, Brunia compacta, Brunia barnardii, Brunia monostyla, Brunia africana, Brunia purpurea, Brunia pentandra, Brunia sphaerocephala, Brunia monogyna, Brunia powrieae, Brunia oblongifolia, Brunia pillansii, Brunia esterhuyseniae, Brunia trigyna, Brunia schlechteri, Brunia callunoides,

References

Edwin Percy Phillips (1884-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Phillips' in the authors string.
Edward George Hudson Oliver (b.1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.G.H.Oliv.' in the authors string.
Regine Classen-Bockhoff: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Class.-Bockh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77114346-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.