Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
araucana
ID:
574587

Status:
valid

Authors:
Phil.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Anales Univ. Chile 43: 525 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573919



Common Names

  • Buddleja araucana
  • Araucana Butterfly Bush
  • Araucana Buddleja


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Description

Buddleja araucana (also called Araucana Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to Chile. 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 araucana 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 araucana 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 araucana 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 araucana

Buddleja araucana is found in the temperate forests of Chile.

Buddleja araucana FAQ

What is the best soil for Buddleja araucana?

Buddleja araucana prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Buddleja araucana?

Buddleja araucana prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Buddleja araucana need?

Buddleja araucana 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

Rodolfo Amando Philippi (1808-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Phil.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545683-1: 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].