Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
574669

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1895: 113 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574001



Common Names

  • Cuspidata Butterfly Bush
  • Pointed Butterfly Bush
  • Orange-eye Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja cuspidata (also called Cuspidate Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Andean regions of South America. It has grey-green leaves that are arranged in an alternate pattern and small, fragrant flowers that are white to pink in color. It grows in moist, well-drained areas such as woodlands and thickets.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja cuspidata 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 flower of Buddleja davidii 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 cuspidata 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 cuspidata

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

Buddleja cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja cuspidata?

Buddleja cuspidata

What is the common name of Buddleja cuspidata?

Pointed-Leaf Butterfly Bush

Where is Buddleja cuspidata 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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545732-1: 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].