Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.f.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1855
Citation Micro:
Ill. Himal. Pl. : t. 18 (1855)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000573976
Common Names
- Butterfly Bush
- Summer Lilac
- Colvile's Buddleja
Description
Buddleja colvilei (also called Colvile's Butterfly Bush, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub native to the Andean regions of South America. It has grey-green leaves that are arranged in an alternate pattern and small, fragrant flowers that are white to pink in color. It grows in moist, well-drained areas such as woodlands and thickets.
Uses & Benefits
Buddleja colvilei is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It has fragrant flowers and can attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It is also used for medicinal purposes, such as treating skin conditions and respiratory illnesses.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Buddleja colvilei has small, white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Buddleja colvilei is a deciduous shrub that can grow up to 4 m tall. It is best propagated by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C.
Where to Find Buddleja colvilei
Buddleja colvilei can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, at altitudes of 2,000-4,000 m.
Buddleja colvilei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Buddleja colvilei?
Buddleja colvilei
What is the family of Buddleja colvilei?
Scrophulariaceae
What is the common name of Buddleja colvilei?
Colvile's Buddleja
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
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:545718-1: 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].