BUDDLEIA


Meaning of BUDDLEIA in English

[ 'bʌdlɪə ]

■ noun a shrub with clusters of fragrant lilac, white, or yellow flowers. [ Buddleia davidii (butterfly bush) and other species.]

Origin

mod. L.: named in honour of the English botanist Adam Buddle (died 1715).

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