Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Butterfly Bush |
| Scientific Name | Buddleja davidii |
| MainColor | Pink |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Naturalized |
| Season Found | August (Jul - Oct) |
| ImageUrl | Buddleja-002 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Abbots Langley |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 15 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | B |
Flower Details
Description
Butterfly Bush is a deciduous shrub known for its long, arching branches and dense clusters of fragrant, tubular flowers that attract butterflies. The flowers come in various colours, including purple, pink, white, and yellow, and bloom from summer to autumn. The leaves are lance-shaped and grey-green in colour.
Distribution
Native to China and Japan, it is widely naturalised in Europe, North America, and other temperate regions. It thrives in disturbed areas, roadsides, and riverbanks.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not considered suitable for human consumption.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - no known toxic effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic to dogs and cats - generally safe for pets, with no known toxic effects.
Active Compounds
Verbascoside, aucubin, catalpol.