Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
anchoensis
ID:
574583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuntze

Source:
cmp

Year:
1898

Citation Micro:
Revis. Gen. Pl. 3(2): 200 (1898)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573915



Common Names

  • Buddleja anchoensis
  • Anchoensis Buddleja
  • Ancho Buddleja


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Description

Buddleja anchoensis (also called Ancho Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China. It grows to a height of 2-3 m and has lanceolate leaves and white to pale pink flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja anchoensis is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in gardens for its fragrant, nectar-rich flowers. It is also used in landscaping and as a hedge or windbreak. The plant is also used in traditional medicine for its antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Buddleja anchoensis are white to pale pink, with a yellow throat. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja anchoensis is an evergreen shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Buddleja anchoensis

Buddleja anchoensis is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Buddleja anchoensis FAQ

What is the best soil for Buddleja anchoensis?

Buddleja anchoensis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Buddleja anchoensis?

Buddleja anchoensis prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Buddleja anchoensis need?

Buddleja anchoensis needs full sun to partial shade.

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

Otto Kuntze (1843-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuntze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:37710-2: 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].