Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
griffithii
ID:
574729

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.B.Clarke) C.Marquand

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew 1930: 194 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574061



Common Names

  • Buddleja griffithii
  • Griffith's Butterfly Bush
  • Griffithii Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja griffithii (also called Orange Ball Tree, among many other common names) is a small evergreen shrub native to South America. It has grey-green foliage and small, orange-yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and is often used as an ornamental shrub in gardens.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja griffithii 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

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

Where to Find Buddleja griffithii

Buddleja griffithii can be found in China, Laos, and Vietnam.

Buddleja griffithii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja griffithii?

Buddleja griffithii

What is the common name of Buddleja griffithii?

Griffith's Butterfly Bush

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja griffithii?

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

Charles Baron Clarke (1832-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.B.Clarke' in the authors string.
Cecil Victor Boley Marquand (1897-1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Marquand' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545950-1: 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].