Bupleurum rotundifolium
Bupleurum rotundifolium, commonly known as Round-leaved Hare's Ear, is a perennial herb native to Europe and Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, its roots contain bioactive compounds used to support liver health and reduce inflammation. This resilient plant offers valuable therapeutic potential for addressing various systemic ailments and promoting wellness.
- Scientific name: Bupleurum rotundifolium
- Family: Apiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Apiales, it is classified under the family Apiaceae. Specifically, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Bupleurum, of which Bupleurum rotundifolium is a member.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Apiales | WCVP |
| Family | Apiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Bupleurum | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Bupleurum rotundifolium, is referred to by various common names depending on the language. In German, it is called Rundblättriges Haseிohr, while in Japanese, it is known as ツキヌキサイコ. In Poland, the species is called Przewiercień okrągłolistny, and in the Czech Republic, it is identified as prorostlík okrouhlolistý. Finally, in French, it is commonly called Buplèvre à feuilles rondes.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| de | Rundblättriges Hasenohr | Wikidata |
| ja | ツキヌキサイコ | Wikidata |
| pl | Przewiercień okrągłolistny | Wikidata |
| cs | prorostlík okrouhlolistý | Wikidata |
| fr | Buplèvre à feuilles rondes | Wikidata |
| pcd | Pérche-fuële | Wikidata |
| az | Dəyirmiyarpaq öküzboğan | Wikidata |
| fi | pyöröjänönputki | Wikidata |
| ar | دبيق دائري الأوراق | Wikidata |
| sv | Harört | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, it can be found inhabiting the landscapes of Denmark and Great Britain. Its presence extends further north into the territories of Norway and Sweden. Additionally, the species is documented within the central reaches of the continent. Specifically, its geographical range includes the country of Austria in Middle Europe.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Bupleurum rotundifolium, is primarily utilized for its medicinal properties through the application of its aerial parts. These above-ground components, which include the stems, leaves, and flowering structures, contain the bioactive compounds necessary for therapeutic use. In many traditional practices, these aerial parts are harvested, dried, and processed to create extracts or decoctions, leveraging the specific chemical profile found within the plant's foliage and blossoms.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Bupleurum rotundifolium has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include rotundioside C, rotundioside E, rotundioside F.
- Total chemicals
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| rotundioside C | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rotundioside E | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| rotundioside F | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |