The Bruniaceae family is one of shrubby evergreen plants, comprising 12 genera - Audouinia, Berzelia, Brunia, Linconia, Lonchostoma, Mniothamnea, Nebelia, Pseudobaeckea, Raspalia and Staavia - all native to southern Africa, many resembling heather in habit. These almost alien-like shrubs are becoming an extremely popular for their beautiful colors and texture.