Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cestriflora
ID:
574637

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 20 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573969



Common Names

  • Butterfly Bush
  • Cestriflora Butterfly Bush
  • Orange-eye Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja cestriflora (also called Cestrum-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 cestriflora 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 cestriflora 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 cestriflora 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 cestriflora

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

Buddleja cestriflora FAQ

What is the best soil for Buddleja cestriflora?

Buddleja cestriflora prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Buddleja cestriflora?

Buddleja cestriflora prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Buddleja cestriflora need?

Buddleja cestriflora 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

Adelbert von Chamisso (1781-1838): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cham.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545712-1: 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].