Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cordata
ID:
573463

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Burm.f.) Walp.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. 1: 544 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572795

Common Names

  • Brunia Cordata
  • Brunia
  • Heart-shaped Brunia

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Synonyms

  • Phylica imbricata Thunb. [unknown]
  • Phylica racemosa L. [unknown]
  • Brunia racemosa Brogn. [deprecated]

Description

Brunia cordata (also called 'Cordata', 'Cordata Brunia', and 'Cordata Spiderwort', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to South Africa. It has small, dark green leaves and small, white flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in sunny, dry areas and is often found in rocky areas and on hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Brunia cordata is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Brunia cordata 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 cordata is a species of shrub native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.

Where to Find Brunia cordata

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

Brunia cordata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia cordata?

Brunia cordata

What is the natural habitat of Brunia cordata?

Brunia cordata is found in South Africa.

What is the flower color of Brunia cordata?

The flowers of Brunia cordata are white or pink.

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

Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Nicolaas Laurens Burman (1733-1793): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Burm.f.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126348-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.