Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
tucumanensis
ID:
574955

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1874

Citation Micro:
Abh. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Göttingen 19: 213 (1874)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000574287



Common Names

  • Tucumanensis Butterfly Bush
  • Tucumanensis Summer Lilac
  • Tucumanensis Sweet Butterfly Bush


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Description

Buddleja tucumanensis (also called Tucuman Butterflybush, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree with a rounded crown and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to Argentina, and is commonly found in dry, open habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja tucumanensis 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 tucumanensis 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 tucumanensis is a shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a light, well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a light, well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Buddleja tucumanensis

Buddleja tucumanensis is native to Argentina. It can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Buddleja tucumanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja tucumanensis?

Buddleja tucumanensis

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja tucumanensis?

It is native to Argentina.

What is the average height of Buddleja tucumanensis?

It typically grows to a height of 2–3 m (6.6–9.8 ft).

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545910-1: 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].