Bupleurum dianthifolium (Bupleuro di Marettimo)


Botanical Information

FamilyUmbelliferae
GenusBupleurum
Speciesdianthifolium
CategoryPerennials
OriginNorthern side of the island of Marettimo.

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionCritically endangered, with only 300-500 individuals remaining. A rounded shaped shrub, leaves dense at the tip of the branches, flowering steps up to 40 cm in length.
HabitatGrows in cracks of north-facing limestone rock faces on slopes and cliffs at an altitude of 20-600 m.
Leaf DescriptionSickle shaped with 3-5 veins.

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