Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.) Nakai
Source:
cmp
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Trees Shrubs Japan : 16 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000572906
Common Names
- Bryanthus musciformis
- Silver Brunia
- Silver Star
Description
Bryanthus musciformis (also called Musciform Bryanthus, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub with white, star-shaped flowers. It is native to Alaska and is found in rocky outcrops, grasslands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Bryanthus musciformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bryanthus musciformis is a white to pale pink, bell-shaped flower with a yellow centre. The seed is a small, dry, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bryanthus musciformis is a hardy perennial that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division in the spring or by seed. It is also possible to propagate it from cuttings taken in the summer.
Where to Find Bryanthus musciformis
Bryanthus musciformis is native to Alaska and can be found in the Aleutian Islands.
Bryanthus musciformis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bryanthus musciformis?
Bryanthus musciformis
What is the common name of Bryanthus musciformis?
Musk bryanthus
What is the natural habitat of Bryanthus musciformis?
Bryanthus musciformis is native to the mountains of central and eastern Asia.
Species in the Bryanthus genus
Species in the Ericaceae family