Buddleja crispa

PLANT TYPE
Plant 75mm tube

PLANT NAME
Buddleja crispa

HEIGHT
300 cm

WIDTH
300 cm

FLOWER COLOUR/SHAPE
lavender

FLOWERING TIME
Summer and Autumn

CONDITIONS
Full sun to part shade. Frost and drought tolerant.

SOIL
Tollerant of most soil types prefers good drainage

DESCRIPTION

Buddleja crispa is a shrub or small tree species that belongs to the family Scrophulariaceae. It is commonly found in the Himalayas, from India to southwest China, at altitudes ranging from 2,000 to 3,000 meters.

The plant has a striking appearance, with large, heart-shaped leaves that are densely covered with soft, velvety hairs. The leaves have a distinctive, crinkled texture that gives the plant its common name, "crisped-leaved butterfly bush."

In summer, the plant produces clusters of small, fragrant flowers that are typically a pale lilac color with yellow centers. These flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators, making it a popular choice for butterfly gardens.

Buddleja crispa is also known for its medicinal properties. The plant is believed to have anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-spasmodic effects, and is used in traditional medicine to treat a range of ailments including rheumatism, arthritis, and digestive disorders.

Overall, Buddleja crispa is a beautiful and versatile plant that is well-suited to a variety of garden settings, and has a number of potential health benefits as well

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