Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
microstachya
ID:
507378

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.D.Liu & H.Peng

Source:
cmp

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 43: 463 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506710



Common Names

  • Buddleja microstachya
  • Microstachya Butterfly Bush
  • Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja microstachya (also called Small-flowered butterfly bush, among many other common names) is a shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry habitats such as rocky hillsides and dry meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja microstachya is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Buddleja microstachya are white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja microstachya is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -30°F (-34°C). It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Buddleja microstachya

Buddleja microstachya is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Buddleja microstachya FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja microstachya?

Buddleja microstachya

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja microstachya?

Grasslands, woodlands, and wetlands

What is the flowering period of Buddleja microstachya?

Spring and summer

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

Hua Peng (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Peng' in the authors string.
En De Liu (b.1975): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.D.Liu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77075774-1: 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].