Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
axillaris
ID:
574601

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd. ex Roem. & Schult.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1818

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 15[bis]. 3: 97 (1818)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573933

Common Names

  • Buddleja axillaris
  • Axillaris Buddleja
  • Buddleja Axillaris

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Description

Buddleja axillaris (also called Axillary Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub native to China. It grows to a height of 2-3 m and has lanceolate leaves and white to pale pink flowers. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Buddleja axillaris is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and flowers being used to treat various ailments. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Buddleja axillaris are white and tubular, and are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Buddleja axillaris is a shrub that can be grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. It can be propagated from cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in spring and placed in a rooting medium such as sand, perlite, or vermiculite. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Buddleja axillaris

Buddleja axillaris is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Buddleja axillaris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Buddleja axillaris?

Buddleja axillaris

What is the common name of Buddleja axillaris?

Axillary Buddleja

What is the natural habitat of Buddleja axillaris?

Dry, rocky slopes in the Himalayas

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

Josef August Schultes (1773-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schult.' in the authors string.
Johann Jacob Roemer (1763-1819): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roem.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545690-1: 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].