Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
thyrsoides
ID:
574942

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lam.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1792

Citation Micro:
Tabl. Encycl. 1: 291 (1792)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574274



Common Names

  • Thyrsoides Butterfly Bush
  • Thyrsoides Summer Lilac
  • Thyrsoides Sweet Butterfly Bush


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Synonyms

  • Buddleja thyrsoides thyrsoides [unknown]

Description

Buddleja thyrsoides (also called Thyrsus-like 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 thyrsoides is a popular ornamental shrub, often used for hedges and borders. It is also used for its fragrant flowers, which attract butterflies and other pollinators. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Buddleja thyrsoides has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have small, oval leaves and thin, delicate stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja thyrsoides is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures as low as -10°C. Pruning is recommended in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Buddleja thyrsoides

Buddleja thyrsoides can be found in the wild in parts of China and Vietnam.

Buddleja thyrsoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja thyrsoides?

Buddleja thyrsoides

What is the common name of Buddleja thyrsoides?

Thyrsus-like Buddleja

What type of soil does Buddleja thyrsoides prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

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

Jean-Baptiste de Lamarck (1744-1829): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lam.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545905-1: 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].