Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
glabrata
ID:
573474

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Phytogr. Blätt. 1: 18 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572806

Common Names

  • Brunia glabrata
  • Silver Brunia
  • Silver Star

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Description

Brunia glabrata (also called 'Smooth 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 glabrata 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

The flower of Brunia glabrata is white and bell-shaped with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunia glabrata is an evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1m and a width of 1m. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and should be treated with a rooting hormone before planting.

Where to Find Brunia glabrata

Brunia glabrata can be found in the temperate regions of South Africa.

Brunia glabrata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia glabrata?

Brunia glabrata

What are the common names of Brunia glabrata?

Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple

What are the uses of Brunia glabrata?

Timber, fuel, and medicine

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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