Water
Bupleurum acutifolium prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to keep roots healthy.
Bupleurum acutifolium is a species of flowering plant in the family Apiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, including Greece and Turkey.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allowing the top inch to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Feed with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season. Cease in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Bupleurum acutifolium prefers consistently moist soil, but avoid waterlogging. Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Reduce watering during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to keep roots healthy.
Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged stems. Deadheading spent flowers throughout the blooming season can encourage further flowering.
Light trimming can maintain a tidy appearance.
Bupleurum acutifolium can be propagated from seeds sown in spring, either directly outdoors or started indoors a few weeks prior. Division of established clumps in spring is another effective method to increase your plant stock.
Repot young plants annually in spring. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years, or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot slightly larger than the current one to provide adequate space for root growth.
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Bupleurum |
| Species | Bupleurum acutifolium |
Similar in genus Bupleurum
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