Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
monostyla
ID:
749502

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1150 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748835

Common Names

  • Brunia monostyla
  • One-styled Brunia
  • One-styled Silver Tree

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Description

Brunia monostyla (also called One-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 monostyla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunia monostyla 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 monostyla 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 monostyla

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

Brunia monostyla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia monostyla?

Brunia monostyla

What is the common name of Brunia monostyla?

Monostyla Brunia

What is the natural habitat of Brunia monostyla?

It is found in temperate forests and grasslands

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

Neville Stuart Pillans (1884-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pillans' 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:77114356-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.