Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pentandra
ID:
749506

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1152 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748839



Common Names

  • Brunia pentandra
  • Five-stamened Brunia
  • Five-stamened Silver Tree


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Synonyms

  • Passerina pentandra Thunb. [unknown]
  • Gnidia pentandra Thunb. [unknown]

Description

Brunia pentandra (also called Five-styled Brunia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with long, narrow leaves and bright purple flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky habitats and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunia pentandra 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 pentandra is an evergreen shrub that can reach up to 2 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 pentandra

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

Brunia pentandra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia pentandra?

Brunia pentandra

What type of plant is Brunia pentandra?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Brunia pentandra?

Dry and rocky slopes

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

Carl Peter Thunberg (1743-1828): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thunb.' 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:77114372-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.