Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
fusca
ID:
574709

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
cmp

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 20: 205 (1883)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574041



Common Names

  • Buddleja fusca
  • Dusky Butterfly Bush
  • Fusca Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja fusca (also called Brown Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a species of shrub native to South America. It grows in dry, rocky habitats, and is often found in crevices and on cliffs. It has narrow, linear leaves and a light green color. The plant produces small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja fusca 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 fusca has small, white flowers that form in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja fusca is a shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a range of soil types. Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain a neat shape.

Where to Find Buddleja fusca

Buddleja fusca can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Buddleja fusca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja fusca?

Buddleja fusca

What is the common name of Buddleja fusca?

Brown Butterfly Bush

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja fusca?

Tropical and subtropical regions of South America

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:545754-1: 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].