Status:
valid
Authors:
Willd.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1798
Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4. 1: 1143 (1798)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572805
Common Names
- Brunia fragarioides
- Silver Brunia
- Silver Star
Synonyms
- Berardia fragaroides Schltr. [unknown]
- Nebelia fragariodes Kuntze [unknown]
Description
Brunia fragarioides (also called 'Strawberry-like 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 fragarioides 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 fragarioides is white and bell-shaped with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brunia fragarioides 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 fragarioides
Brunia fragarioides can be found in the temperate regions of South Africa.
Brunia fragarioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunia fragarioides?
Brunia fragarioides
What are the common names of Brunia fragarioides?
Mangrove Apple, Mangrove Bitter Apple
What are the uses of Brunia fragarioides?
Timber, fuel, and medicine
Species in the Brunia genus
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,
Brunia bullata,
Brunia variabilis,
Brunia thomae,
Brunia angulata,
Brunia myrtoides,
Brunia dregeana,
Brunia tulbaghensis,
Brunia latebracteata,
Brunia sacculata,
Brunia cordata,
Brunia elegans,
Brunia formosa,
Brunia glabrata,
Brunia hirsuta,
Brunia imbricata,
Brunia lancifolia,
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,