Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
longifolia
ID:
574790

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 349 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574122



Common Names

  • Longifolia Butterfly Bush
  • Butterfly Bush
  • Summer Lilac


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Description

Buddleja longifolia (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 longifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Buddleja longifolia has small, white, fragrant flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a hard, shiny coating. The seedlings are small, with thin, lance-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja longifolia is a deciduous shrub that can reach up to 8 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by cuttings in late spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Buddleja longifolia

Buddleja longifolia is native to the tropical forests of Mexico and Central America.

Buddleja longifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja longifolia?

Buddleja longifolia

What is the common name of Buddleja longifolia?

Long-leaved Butterflybush

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja longifolia?

Dry, rocky hillsides and open woodlands

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

Carl Sigismund Kunth (1788-1850): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunth' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545805-1: 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].