Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrocephala
ID:
573491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1809

Citation Micro:
Denkschr. Königl. Akad. Wiss. München 1: 152 (1809)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572823



Common Names

  • Brunia macrocephala
  • Silver Brunia
  • Silver Star


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Description

Brunia macrocephala (also called 'Large-headed Brunia', among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the temperate regions of South Africa. It grows in dry, sunny habitats, such as grasslands, and has small, leathery, oval leaves.

Uses & Benefits

Brunia macrocephala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in dried flower arrangements and as a filler in bouquets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunia macrocephala has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunia macrocephala is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1.5 m tall. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. To propagate by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keep the soil moist. To propagate by cuttings, take a cutting from a mature plant and place it in a moist soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light.

Where to Find Brunia macrocephala

Brunia macrocephala can be found in South Africa, growing in rocky places and on hillsides.

Brunia macrocephala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia macrocephala?

Brunia macrocephala

What is the common name of Brunia macrocephala?

Brunia

What is the natural habitat of Brunia macrocephala?

Native to South Africa, occurring in the Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and Mpumalanga provinces

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,

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