Bai Bei Feng

Buddleia asiatica

Physical Characteristics

Buddleia asiatica is an evergreen Shrub growing to 3 m (9ft) by 3 m (9ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in leaf all year, in flower from January to April. The species is dioecious (individual flowers are either male or female, but only one sex is to be found on any one plant so both male and female plants must be grown if seed is required). and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). The plant is not self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils and can grow in very alkaline soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought. It can tolerate atmospheric pollution.

Distribution

E. Asia - India to the Philippines.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Edible Uses: Drink The dried and powdered root is used in the preparation of a fermented liquor[183].

Medicinal Uses

Abortifacient Skin The plant has been used as an abortifacient and also in the treatment of skin complaints[240, 243]. The juice f the plant is applied as a wash to treat skin diseases[272].

Known Hazards

None known