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Berzelia lanuginosa

Berzelia lanuginosa (L.) Brongn.
Berzelia lanuginosa
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Berzelia lanuginosa (L.) Brongn. is a flowering plant in the family Bruniaceae, native to the Western Cape region of South Africa. It is a perennial shrub that grows up to 4 to 6 feet tall and is hardy in USDA zones 9a to 11.

Description

Berzelia lanuginosa, known as common button bush, is part of the Bruniaceae family and is native to the Cape Provinces. It is a shrub that can reach heights of 4 to 6 feet. The species was published in 1826 and belongs to the genus Berzelia. It is commonly found in the Western Cape region of South Africa.

Distribution

Cape Provinces

Synonyms

Staavia comosaBrunia comosaBrunia lanuginosaBrunia superbaBrunia tenuifoliaBrunia superba

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