Bupleurum elatum
Bupleuro delle Madonie
Family |
Umbelliferae |
Genus |
Bupleurum |
Species |
elatum |
Category |
Perennials |
General Description |
A critically endangered shrub with roughly 400-600 individuals remaining. Its remote habitat makes it difficult to estimate the distribution of the plant. |
Habitat |
North-facing shady slopes of inland cliffs and deep valley at an altitude of 700-900 m. Prefers cold, wet winds with little soil. |
Leaf Description |
Twice as long as they are wide with 7-9 veins. Basal leaves are spear shaped and grip the stem at the base. |
Propagation |
Reproduces only from seed. |