Quercus

Roundleaf Thoroughwax

Bupleurum rotundifolium

Not native to Kentucky

Ecological relationships

Who uses this plant?

—CaterpillarsGenus host records with ranges including KY
—BeesSoutheastern regional records
—Specialist beesPollen specialists
—BirdsRecorded genus food-resource interactions; not a state feeding claim
Growing and identification

Plant details

Family
Apiaceae
Hardiness
Zones 5a–9b
Soil pH
Acidic to alkaline
Flower color
Yellow or green

Safety has not been reviewed for this plant; check toxicity and thorns before planting.

Growing sources and scope
Also known as

Hares Ear; Thoroughwax

Conservation status

Kentucky rankSNA
Global rankGNR
KY statusNot verified
Federal statusNot verified

Conservation source Global and federal source

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Sources