Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
purpurea
ID:
749505

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1152 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748838

Common Names

  • Brunia purpurea
  • Purple Brunia
  • Purple Silver Tree

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Description

Brunia purpurea (also called Purple Brunia, among many other common names) is a small, perennial shrub with oblong leaves and bright purple flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in rocky habitats and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Brunia purpurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunia purpurea 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 purpurea is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3 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 purpurea

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

Brunia purpurea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia purpurea?

Brunia purpurea

What type of plant is Brunia purpurea?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Brunia purpurea?

Dry and rocky slopes

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:77114373-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.