Buddleias

/bʌˈdliːəz/ noun

Definition

Plural form of buddleia; multiple butterfly bushes or flowering shrubs of the genus Buddleja.

Etymology

Regular English plural formed by adding '-s' to the singular form 'buddleia,' following standard pluralization rules for words ending in '-ia'.

Kelly Says

The popularity of buddleias in gardens across Europe and North America in the 20th century created an accidental ecological experiment—their rapid spread shows how quickly a non-native plant can become dominant if conditions favor it.

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