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Beebrushes (Aloysia)
Beebrushes are a genus of fragrant shrubs, subshrubs, and trees native to and distributed across the Americas. Some species are grown ornamentally for their flowers and their delightful lemony aroma. Their flowers vary in color, are borne on short stalks, and mostly grow in clusters. 
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Beebrushes
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Attributes of Beebrushes
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Beebrushes
Distribution of Beebrushes
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Distribution Map of Beebrushes
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Beebrushes
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Beebrushes are aromatic shrubs known for their woody growth and fragrant leaves. Generally, they thrive in full sun and require well-draining soil. Consistent watering is key, but allow the soil to dry out between sessions to prevent root rot. Temperature-wise, beebrushes prefer warmer climates and may need protection from frost. Common challenges include aphids and whiteflies. Seasonally, beebrushes benefit from pruning in early spring and may require winter protection in cooler zones. Adjust care to accommodate for increased summer growth and reduced winter activity.
How to Water Beebrushes?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Beebrushes?
How to Propagate Beebrushes?
How to Plant Beebrushes?
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Lemon verbena
Lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora) is a perennial shrub species that was brought to Europe by Spanish and Portuguese sailors in the 17th century for its oil. This species is native to South America. Lemon verbena emits a strong lemon scent when bruised. The epithet "citrodora" in the scientific name means "lemon-scented." This species blooms in late spring or early summer, although potted lemon verbenas may not flower. Another name for this species is lemon beebrush.
Whitebrush
Aloysia gratissima is an aromatic shrub that attracts various types of bees and butterflies. Though attractive to small mammals who seek shelter under its canopy, this shrub is toxic to horses and mules. Whitebrush is often used as a fragrant garden ornamental in warm and tropical climates.
Sweet almond bush
The sweet almond bush isn’t actually an almond, but gets its name from its almond-like fragrance. It is a prized garden shrub because of its fragrant, long blooming flowers. Attractive to butterflies and bees, this plant can be grown in containers or allowed to spread out in the beds and borders of cottage gardens.
Wright's beebrush
Wright's beebrush (Aloysia wrightii) is a perennial semi-evergreen shrub that blooms from summer to fall with tiny white flowers that bloom in clusters and attract butterflies and moths. Flowers are covered in fine soft hair. Grayish-green foliage has a pleasant scent.
Rio grande beebrush
A member of the verbena family, rio grande beebrush (Aloysia macrostachya) is a short perennial shrub with distinctive, somewhat woolly purple blossoms. It has an impressively long blooming season, flowering from early spring to late autumn, and does well in poor, somewhat rocky soil or sandy loam. If the plant does wither in winter, it will reappear the following spring.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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About
Key Facts
Distribution
How To Care
All Species
More Genus
Beebrushes
Aloysia
Beebrushes are a genus of fragrant shrubs, subshrubs, and trees native to and distributed across the Americas. Some species are grown ornamentally for their flowers and their delightful lemony aroma. Their flowers vary in color, are borne on short stalks, and mostly grow in clusters.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb/Vine
Key Facts About Beebrushes
Feedback
Attributes of Beebrushes
Leaf type
Evergreen
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Beebrushes
Distribution of Beebrushes
Feedback
Distribution Map of Beebrushes
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Beebrushes
Feedback
Beebrushes are aromatic shrubs known for their woody growth and fragrant leaves. Generally, they thrive in full sun and require well-draining soil. Consistent watering is key, but allow the soil to dry out between sessions to prevent root rot. Temperature-wise, beebrushes prefer warmer climates and may need protection from frost. Common challenges include aphids and whiteflies. Seasonally, beebrushes benefit from pruning in early spring and may require winter protection in cooler zones. Adjust care to accommodate for increased summer growth and reduced winter activity.
How to Water Beebrushes?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Beebrushes?
How to Propagate Beebrushes?
How to Plant Beebrushes?
Exploring the Beebrushes Plants
Feedback
5 most common species：
Lemon verbena
Lemon verbena (Aloysia citrodora) is a perennial shrub species that was brought to Europe by Spanish and Portuguese sailors in the 17th century for its oil. This species is native to South America. Lemon verbena emits a strong lemon scent when bruised. The epithet "citrodora" in the scientific name means "lemon-scented." This species blooms in late spring or early summer, although potted lemon verbenas may not flower. Another name for this species is lemon beebrush.
Whitebrush
Aloysia gratissima is an aromatic shrub that attracts various types of bees and butterflies. Though attractive to small mammals who seek shelter under its canopy, this shrub is toxic to horses and mules. Whitebrush is often used as a fragrant garden ornamental in warm and tropical climates.
Sweet almond bush
The sweet almond bush isn’t actually an almond, but gets its name from its almond-like fragrance. It is a prized garden shrub because of its fragrant, long blooming flowers. Attractive to butterflies and bees, this plant can be grown in containers or allowed to spread out in the beds and borders of cottage gardens.
Wright's beebrush
Wright's beebrush (Aloysia wrightii) is a perennial semi-evergreen shrub that blooms from summer to fall with tiny white flowers that bloom in clusters and attract butterflies and moths. Flowers are covered in fine soft hair. Grayish-green foliage has a pleasant scent.
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More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
Your Ultimate Guide to Plants
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17,000 local species +400,000 global species studied
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