Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
candida
ID:
574627

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dunn

Source:
cmp

Year:
1920

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1920: 134 (1920)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573959



Common Names

  • Buddleja candida
  • Candida Buddleja
  • Buddleja Candida


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Description

Buddleja candida (also called White-flowered Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to South America. It has long, narrow, green leaves and produces small, white flowers. It is found in open woodlands, thickets, and along roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja candida 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 candida 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 candida 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 candida

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

Buddleja candida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja candida?

Buddleja candida

What is the common name of Buddleja candida?

White Buddleja

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja candida?

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

Stephen Troyte Dunn (1868-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dunn' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545708-1: 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].