Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
africana
ID:
749503

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1150 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748836



Common Names

  • Brunia africana
  • African Brunia
  • African Silver Tree


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Synonyms

  • Phylica thyrsophora Steud. [unknown]
  • Phylica pinifolia L.f. [unknown]
  • Brunia pinifolia Brogn. [deprecated]

Description

Brunia africana (also called African Brunia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with oblong leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in grasslands and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Brunia africana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunia africana has white flowers with yellow centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have multiple stems. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunia africana is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained potting mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Brunia africana

Brunia africana is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky outcrops and grasslands in the eastern parts of the country.

Brunia africana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia africana?

Brunia africana

What is the common name of Brunia africana?

African Silver-tree

What is the natural habitat of Brunia africana?

It is native to South Africa and grows in dry, rocky habitats

Species in the Brunia genus

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

Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' 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:77114353-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.