Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Apiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
sulphureum
ID:
576537

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss. & Balansa

Source:
cmp

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 6: 74 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575869

Common Names

  • Bupleurum sulphureum
  • Sulphur Hare's Ear
  • Sulphur Burpleurum

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Description

Bupleurum sulphureum (also called sulphur-flowered hare's ear, among many other common names) is an annual plant native to Europe and Asia. It has long, narrow leaves and produces small, yellow flowers. It typically grows in moist, grassy areas such as meadows and fields.

Uses & Benefits

Bupleurum sulphureum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating rheumatism and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Bupleurum sulphureum has a small, yellow flower with a yellow ovary. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Bupleurum sulphureum is a perennial herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It has a woody rootstock and a branched stem. The leaves are alternate, lanceolate, and up to 10 cm long. The flowers are yellow and borne in terminal umbels. It is propagated by seed and cuttings. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Bupleurum sulphureum

Bupleurum sulphureum can be found in the Mediterranean region, in the Caucasus, and in Central Asia.

Bupleurum sulphureum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Bupleurum sulphureum?

Bupleurum sulphureum is native to the Mediterranean region.

What is the size of Bupleurum sulphureum?

Bupleurum sulphureum is a small plant, typically growing to a height of 10-20 cm.

What is the flowering season of Bupleurum sulphureum?

Bupleurum sulphureum typically flowers in the spring and summer months.

Species in the Bupleurum genus

Bupleurum abchasicum, Bupleurum acutifolium, Bupleurum aeneum, Bupleurum aenigma, Bupleurum aequiradiatum, Bupleurum affine, Bupleurum aira, Bupleurum aitchisonii, Bupleurum ajanense, Bupleurum alatum, Bupleurum album, Bupleurum aleppicum, Bupleurum alpigenum, Bupleurum americanum, Bupleurum anatolicum, Bupleurum andhricum, Bupleurum angulosum, Bupleurum angustissimum, Bupleurum antonii, Bupleurum apiculatum, Bupleurum asperuloides, Bupleurum atlanticum, Bupleurum aureum, Bupleurum badachschanicum, Bupleurum balansae, Bupleurum baldense, Bupleurum benoistii, Bupleurum bicaule, Bupleurum boissieri, Bupleurum boissieuanum, Bupleurum bourgaei, Bupleurum brachiatum, Bupleurum brevicaule, Bupleurum canaliculatum, Bupleurum candollei, Bupleurum canescens, Bupleurum capillare, Bupleurum cappadocicum, Bupleurum chaishoui, Bupleurum chevalieri, Bupleurum chinense, Bupleurum citrinum, Bupleurum clarkeanum, Bupleurum commelynoideum, Bupleurum commutatum, Bupleurum condensatum, Bupleurum constancei, Bupleurum contractum, Bupleurum croceum, Bupleurum dalhousieanum,

Species in the Apiaceae family

Aciphylla anomala, Aciphylla aurea, Aciphylla cartilaginea, Aciphylla colensoi, Aciphylla congesta, Aciphylla crenulata, Aciphylla crosby-smithii, Aciphylla cuthbertiana, Aciphylla dieffenbachii, Aciphylla dissecta, Aciphylla divisa, Aciphylla dobsonii, Aciphylla ferox, Aciphylla flexuosa, Aciphylla glacialis, Aciphylla glaucescens, Aciphylla gracilis, Aciphylla hectori, Aciphylla hookeri, Aciphylla horrida, Aciphylla indurata, Aciphylla inermis, Aciphylla kirkii, Aciphylla latibracteata, Aciphylla lecomtei, Aciphylla leighii, Aciphylla lyallii, Aciphylla monroi, Aciphylla montana, Aciphylla multisecta, Aciphylla pinnatifida, Aciphylla polita, Aciphylla poppelwellii, Aciphylla scott-thomsonii, Aciphylla similis, Aciphylla simplex, Aciphylla simplicifolia, Aciphylla spedeni, Aciphylla squarrosa, Aciphylla stannensis, Aciphylla subflabellata, Aciphylla takahea, Aciphylla traillii, Aciphylla traversii, Aciphylla trifoliolata, Aciphylla verticillata, Acronema alpinum, Acronema astrantiifolium, Acronema brevipedicellatum, Acronema bryophilum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2687210: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.
Benjamin Balansa (1825-1891): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balansa' in the authors string.