Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
depressa
ID:
573560

Status:
valid

Authors:
Borhidi & A.Barreto

Source:
ksufab

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Hung.44: 233 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572892



Common Names

  • Brya depressa
  • Silver Brunia
  • Silver Star


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Description

Brya depressa (also called Depressed Brya, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to New Caledonia and is found in rocky outcrops, grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Brya depressa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brya depressa is a small, yellow, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, glossy seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brya depressa is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It is also possible to propagate it from cuttings taken in the summer.

Where to Find Brya depressa

Brya depressa is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Brya depressa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brya depressa?

Brya depressa

What is the common name of Brya depressa?

Depressed brya

What is the family of Brya depressa?

Asteraceae

Species in the Brya genus

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Attila Borhidi (b.1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Borhidi' in the authors string.
Adelaida Barreto Valdés: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Barreto' in the authors string.