Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
perfoliata
ID:
574862

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 346 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574194



Common Names

  • Perfoliate Butterfly Bush
  • Perfoliate Summer Lilac
  • Perfoliate Buddleia


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Description

Buddleja perfoliata (also called Perfoliate Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to South America. It grows to a height of 2-3 m and has small, fragrant, white flowers. It is found in dry, open areas, such as grasslands, meadows, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja perfoliata can be used as a hedge or screen to provide privacy or wind protection. It is also a great choice for attracting butterflies and other pollinators to the garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Buddleja perfoliata is a small, white, tubular flower with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant with four leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja perfoliata is a shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by layering. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Buddleja perfoliata

Buddleja perfoliata is native to the Andes Mountains in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Buddleja perfoliata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja perfoliata?

Buddleja perfoliata

What is the common name of Buddleja perfoliata?

Perfoliate Butterfly Bush

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja perfoliata?

Buddleja perfoliata is native to Mexico

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:545853-1: 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].