Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
brachystachya
ID:
574610

Status:
valid

Authors:
Diels

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 5: 249 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573942



Common Names

  • Buddleja brachystachya
  • Brachystachya Buddleja
  • Buddleja Brachystachya


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Description

Buddleja brachystachya (also called Short-Spiked 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 brachystachya is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Buddleja brachystachya are white and tubular, and are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja brachystachya is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach up to 3m in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through cuttings taken from the current season's growth. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or early summer and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.

Where to Find Buddleja brachystachya

Buddleja brachystachya is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Buddleja brachystachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja brachystachya?

Buddleja brachystachya

What is the common name of Buddleja brachystachya?

Short-spike Buddleja

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja brachystachya?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Andes

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

Ludwig Diels (1874-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Diels' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545696-1: 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].