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Button Bush

Scientific Name: Cephalanthus occidentalis L.
Synonym: Cephalanthus occidentalis var. pubescens , Cephalanthus occidentalis var. californicus
Family: Rubiaceae

Button Bush (Cephalanthus occidentalis), U.S.D.A. Drawing, courtesy Hunt Institute

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 2-10,14-21,25-41
USDA: 5-9

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: North America

Growth Habits: Deciduous shrub, 3 to 15 feet tall (0.9 to 4.5 m.), 4 to 8 feet in spread (1.2 to 2.4 m.), green leaves, 2 to 6 inches long (5 to 15 cm.) Attracts butterflies.

Flowers: White flowers, up to 1.5 inches wide (3.75 cm.), in late summer

Watering Needs: Regular water to abundant water

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