Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
acuminata
ID:
574559

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Encycl. , Suppl. 1: 745 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573891



Common Names

  • Buddleja acuminata
  • Acuminata Buddleja
  • Pointed Buddleja


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Description

Buddleja acuminata (also called Pointed Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and is often found in crevices and on cliffs. It has narrow, linear leaves and a light green color. The plant produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja acuminata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Buddleja crispa is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja acuminata is a shrub that can be propagated from cuttings or from seed. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Buddleja acuminata

Buddleja acuminata can be found in South America.

Buddleja acuminata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja acuminata?

Buddleja acuminata

What is the common name of Buddleja acuminata?

Pointed-Leaved Butterfly Bush

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja acuminata?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Buddleja genus

Species in the Scrophulariaceae family

Alonsoa acutifolia, Alonsoa auriculata, Alonsoa caulialata, Alonsoa hirsuta, Alonsoa honoraria, Alonsoa linearis, Alonsoa meridionalis, Alonsoa minor, Alonsoa pallida, Alonsoa peduncularis, Alonsoa serrata, Alonsoa unilabiata, Ameroglossum pernambucense, Ameroglossum manoel-felixii, Ameroglossum alatum, Ameroglossum asperifolium, Ameroglossum bicolor, Ameroglossum fulniorum, Ameroglossum genaroanum, Ameroglossum intermedium, Ameroglossum xukuruorum, Androya decaryi, Antherothamnus pearsonii, Anticharis arabica, Anticharis ebracteata, Anticharis glandulosa, Anticharis imbricata, Anticharis inflata, Anticharis juncea, Anticharis scoparia, Anticharis senegalensis, Anticharis namibensis, Anticharis kaokoensis, Anticharis angolensis, Aptosimum albomarginatum, Aptosimum arenarium, Aptosimum decumbens, Aptosimum elongatum, Aptosimum eriocephalum, Aptosimum glandulosum, Aptosimum gossweileri, Aptosimum indivisum, Aptosimum lineare, Aptosimum marlothii, Aptosimum molle, Aptosimum neglectum, Aptosimum patulum, Aptosimum procumbens, Aptosimum pumilum, Aptosimum spinescens,

References

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545669-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].