Escobilla Butterflybush (Buddleja Scordioides) is a perennial shrub in the Scrophulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Buddleja scordioides is a compact, evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its interesting flower clusters and drought tolerance.

Escobilla Butterflybush

Escobilla Butterflybush

Buddleja Scordioides

Buddleja scordioides is a compact, evergreen shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, known for its interesting flower clusters and drought tolerance.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, limestone, gypsum
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractant, drought-tolerant landscaping

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Escobilla Butterflybush

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Escobilla Butterflybush
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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae
Genus:Buddleja