Weeping sage, Eared buddleja
Buddleja auriculata
Family: Scrophulariaceae
What it is like
A shrub or tree. It grows 4 m high. The leaves are shiny and deep green above and silver underneath. The flowers are small but occur in large spikes. They are cream or orange and have a sweet smell. The fruit is a small capsule that splits when ripe.
There are 90-100 Buddleja species. Also put in the family Buddlejaceae.
Where it is found
It is a subtropical plant. It grows on mountain slopes and rocky ravines. It can tolerate frost and drought. It is best in a sunny location.
Countries/locations it is found in
Africa, Britain, East Africa, Eswatini, Europe, Mozambique, South Africa (country/location of origin), Southern Africa, Swaziland, Zambia, Zimbabwe
How it is used for food
The leaves are used fresh or dried. The fruit are eaten as a snack.
Edible parts
Leaves - tea, fruit
How it is grown
It can be grown from hardwood cuttings.
It is fast growing.