Status:
valid
Authors:
Boiss.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1856
Citation Micro:
Diagn. Pl. Orient. , ser. 2, 2: 84 (1856)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000575618
Common Names
- Oligactis Bupleurum
- Few-rayed Bupleurum
- Few-rayed Hare's Ear
Synonyms
- Bupleurum balansae mauritanicum (Batt.) H.Wolff [unknown]
- Bupleurum choulettii Pomel [unknown]
- Bupleurum exaltatum oligactis (Boiss.) Coss. [unknown]
- Bupleurum mauritanicum Batt. [unknown]
- Bupleurum oligactis choulettei (Pomel) J.Panelatti ex Cauwet [unknown]
Description
Bupleurum oligactis (also called Few-Flowered Hare's Ear, among many other common names) is a biennial herbaceous plant native to Europe and Asia. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and other open areas. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and small yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Bupleurum oligactis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb in traditional medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Bupleurum oligactis is small and yellow, with five petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedling is thin and has a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Bupleurum oligactis is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is best grown in a sunny location with plenty of air circulation. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings and will self-seed in the garden.
Where to Find Bupleurum oligactis
Bupleurum oligactis can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Bupleurum oligactis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Bupleurum oligactis?
Bupleurum oligactis
What is the common name of Bupleurum oligactis?
Few-branched Bupleurum
What is the natural habitat of Bupleurum oligactis?
Mountainous regions of Europe
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,