Bupleurum is a large genus of annual or perennial herbs or woody shrubs, with about 190 species, belonging to the family Apiaceae.

The full size of its species may vary between a few cm to up to 3 m high.

Their compound umbels of small flowers are adorned with bracteoles that are sometimes large and may play a role in attracting pollinators.

Rare among the Apiaceae are the simple leaves, bracts (if present), and bracteoles.

[1] Species accepted by the Plants of the World Online as of December 2022:[2]