Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Bruniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
variabilis
ID:
749518

Status:
valid

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

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 1151 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000748851

Common Names

  • Brunia variabilis
  • Variable Brunia
  • Variable Brunia Daisy

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Description

Brunia variabilis (also called Variable 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 variabilis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Brunia variabilis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Brunia variabilis 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 variabilis

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

Brunia variabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Brunia variabilis?

Brunia variabilis

What type of plant is Brunia variabilis?

A shrub

What is the natural habitat of Brunia variabilis?

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:77114363-1: Based on the WCVP April 2023 data release.