Paniculata Buddleia (Buddleia paniculata)

Family: Buddleiaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Buddleia paniculata is a deciduous Shrub growing to 6 m (19ft 8in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8. It is in flower in July, and the seeds ripen from September to October. 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).

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

None known. — Harvested fresh in season according to PFAF botanical monograph.

Habitat & North American Range

Dry slopes and amongst rocks, especially on exposed sunny slopes, 1200 - 2250 metres. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)