Genus Bupleurum
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A member of the Apiaceae family, the genus Bupleurum is a large group comprising 270 taxa. It is widespread across Europe and Temperate Asia, and is also natively found in North America, Africa, and Tropical Asia. Across its taxa, it is most often linked to subtropical and temperate environments. It features a mix of herbaceous perennials and annuals.
Data Profile
- Taxonomic Scale: 270 taxa (225 base species, 45 variants).
- Centers of Diversity: Temperate Asia (184), Europe (69), Tropical Asia (48)
- Primary Climates: Temperate (190), Subtropical (63), Subalpine Or Subarctic (17)
- Dominant Forms: Herbaceous Perennials (122), Annuals & Biennials (76), Shrubs (27)
270 taxa found