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Buddleja davidii - Shrub
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Buddleja davidii

description Buddleja davidii Overview

Butterfly bush, native to central China and first described by French missionary Armand David in the 1860s, is now invasive in parts of Europe and North America.

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Buddleja davidii ranks #435 of 535 in the Shrub ranking, behind Leycesteria formosa, ahead of Chamaedaphne calyculata.

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How good is Buddleja davidii?
Buddleja davidii scores 6.42/10 (Fair) on Lunoo, making it rated in the Shrub category. Loved for pollinator-rich flowers and easy color, but invasive reputation and coarse dieback heavily reduce expert consensus.
What are the best alternatives to Buddleja davidii?
How does Buddleja davidii compare to Hamamelis x intermedia (Hybrid Witch Hazel)?
See our detailed comparison of Buddleja davidii vs Hamamelis x intermedia (Hybrid Witch Hazel) with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Buddleja davidii worth it in 2026?
With a score of 6.42/10, Buddleja davidii is a solid option in Shrub. See all Shrub ranked.

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