Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cuneata
ID:
574665

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cham.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Linnaea 8: 17 (1833)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573997



Common Names

  • Curviflora Butterfly Bush
  • Curved-flower Butterfly Bush
  • Orange-eye Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja cuneata (also called Wedgeleaf Sage, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to the mountains of Mexico and Guatemala. It has oval-shaped leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja cuneata is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant flowers and can attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and respiratory illnesses.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Buddleja curvifolia is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja cuneata is an evergreen shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate drought. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Buddleja cuneata

Buddleja cuneata is native to the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,000-4,000 m.

Buddleja cuneata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja cuneata?

Buddleja cuneata

What is the common name of Buddleja cuneata?

Wedgeleaf Butterfly Bush

Where is Buddleja cuneata native to?

Southern China

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:545729-1: 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].