Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
diffusa
ID:
574684

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ruiz & Pav.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1798

Citation Micro:
Fl. Peruv. 1: 53 (1798)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574016



Common Names

  • Diffusa Butterfly Bush
  • Diffuse Butterfly Bush
  • Orange-eye Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja diffusa (also called Diffuse 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 diffusa is often used in landscaping and can be planted in gardens or along pathways. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control. The plant is also known for its fragrant flowers, which attract butterflies and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Buddleja diffusa has small, white, fragrant flowers that are arranged in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, brown, oval-shaped seeds. The seedlings are small and have a rosette-like shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja diffusa is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall. It is best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.

Where to Find Buddleja diffusa

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

Buddleja diffusa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja diffusa?

Buddleja diffusa

What is the common name of Buddleja diffusa?

Diffuse Butterfly Bush

Where is Buddleja diffusa 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

Hipólito Ruiz López (1754-1816): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ruiz' in the authors string.
José Antonio Pavón (1754-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pav.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545739-1: 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].