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wand butterflybush

Scientific Name: Buddleja racemosa ssp. racemosa

Family: Buddlejaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Buddleja Species: A Butterfly Magnet

The genus Buddleja, often referred to as butterfly bushes, encompasses several species known for attracting butterflies and other pollinators. This overview explores information on various Buddleja species, focusing on their characteristics, distribution, and uses.

Considerations for Pets

  • Some species of Buddleja are shrubs.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant may have small parts that children could put in their mouths

Buddleja marrubiifolia: Woolly Butterfly Bush

  • Common Name: Woolly Butterflybush

Buddleja racemosa: Wand Butterfly Bush

  • Common Names: Wand Butterfly Bush, Texas Butterfly Bush
Taxonomy and Nomenclature:
  • Family: Buddlejaceae
  • Group: Dicot
  • Synonyms/Subspecies:
    • Buddleja racemosa ssp. racemosa
    • Buddleja racemosa ssp. incana
Distribution and Habitat:
  • Endemic to the southern edge of the limestone Edwards Plateau in Texas, USA, specifically along the Devil's River in Val Verde County.
  • Found growing on limestone cliffs or steep banks in the Texas Hill Country.
Morphological Characteristics:
  • A low, sometimes straggly shrub with gray stems streaked with light brown.
  • Reaches a height of approximately 3 feet.
  • Flowers are yellow-white.
Additional Species and Cultivars:
  • Buddleja davidii, also called summer lilac or orange eye.
  • Buddleja saligna, also known as Squarestem butterflybush
  • Buddleja sessiliflora, referred to as Rio Grande butterflybush
  • MONARCH™ 'Pink Wand'
  • Cranrazz™ Butterfly Bush
General Characteristics of Buddleja:
  • Growth Habit: Shrub
  • Duration: Perennial
  • Known for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
  • Flowers are often produced in long, wand-like clusters in colors such as purples, pinks, white, and yellow.
Potential Ecological Concerns:
  • Some species, like Wand loosestrife, have the potential to be invasive, especially in wetlands.
Quirky Facts:
  • Buddleja racemosa was first named and described in 1859.
  • Some believe that the Butterfly Bush represents aliveness, vitality and playfulness, and reminds us to be who we really are.
  • The name "Gaura," sometimes used in conjunction with Butterfly Bush, means "Good" or "Superb."
Further Information:
  • Dave's Garden is mentioned as a resource for garden tips and ideas, though the database entry for Buddleja racemosa is noted as incomplete.
  • USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) is referenced.