Water
Water Bupleurum regularly, especially during dry periods. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Also known as Chinese Thoroughwax · Hare's-Ear · Mountain Hare's Ear
Bupleurum (Bupleurum chinense) is an herbaceous perennial valued for its medicinal properties and decorative foliage. It features clusters of small, yellow-green flowers.
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.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures. Can tolerate light frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly in spring/summer. Avoid over-fertilizing.
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
Water Bupleurum regularly, especially during dry periods. Allow the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot, so ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is less actively growing.
Prune Bupleurum after flowering to encourage a bushier habit and prevent excessive self-seeding. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to prolong flowering.
Light pruning can be done anytime to shape the plant or remove dead or damaged stems. Avoid heavy pruning.
Bupleurum can be propagated by seeds sown in early spring, either directly outdoors or in a cold frame. Germination can be slow and erratic.
Division of established clumps in spring is another method, ensuring each division has roots and shoots.
Repot young Bupleurum plants annually or biennially in spring. Mature plants generally prefer to be slightly pot-bound and may not require frequent repotting.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Bupleurum (Bupleurum chinense) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Bupleurum |
| Species | Bupleurum chinense |
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