Status:
valid
Authors:
Class.-Bockh. & E.G.H.Oliv.
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1150 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748845
Common Names
- Brunia pillansii
- Pillans' Brunia
- Pillans' Silver Tree
Description
Brunia pillansii (also called Pillans' Silver Brunia, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to South Africa. It has small, white flowers and is found in rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Brunia pillansii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Brunia pillansii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Brunia pillansii is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 1-2 m. It is native to the Cape Floristic Region of South Africa. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a sandy, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a well-drained rooting medium. Keep the cuttings in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.
Where to Find Brunia pillansii
Brunia pillansii is native to South Africa and can be found in rocky outcrops and grasslands in the western parts of the country.
Brunia pillansii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Brunia pillansii?
Brunia pillansii
What type of plant is Brunia pillansii?
A shrub
What is the natural habitat of Brunia pillansii?
Dry and rocky slopes
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,