Also known as Tepozan
Buddleja cordata is a fast-growing shrub or small tree native to Mexico, known for its fragrant, elongated flower clusters that attract pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures, between 18-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures in winter.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed in spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Buddleja cordata regularly, especially during dry periods, to maintain consistently moist soil. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant. Ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging.
Prune Buddleja cordata in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. To encourage bushier growth and more flowers, cut back stems by about one-third to one-half.
Deadheading spent flowers can prolong the blooming period.
Propagate Buddleja cordata from softwood cuttings taken in late spring or early summer. Insert cuttings in a well-draining potting mix and keep them moist and warm. Rooting typically occurs within a few weeks.
Seeds can also be sown in spring.
Repot young Buddleja cordata plants annually in spring to provide fresh soil and more space for root growth. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix and a slightly larger container.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Buddleja Cordata (Buddleja cordata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Genus | Buddleja |
| Species | Buddleja cordata |
Similar in genus Buddleja
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
