Is Hare's-ear safe for pets?

Yes, Hare's-ear (Bupleurum Ranunculoides) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Hare's-ear easy to care for?

Hare's-ear has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and partial_shade or full_sun light.

Can Hare's-ear grow indoors?

Hare's-ear is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Hare's-ear (Bupleurum Ranunculoides) is a perennial herb in the Apiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Bupleurum ranunculoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of Europe, particularly mountainous and Mediterranean habitats.

Last updated: February 2026

Hare's-ear

Bupleurum Ranunculoides

Bupleurum ranunculoides is a perennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of Europe, particularly mountainous and Mediterranean habitats.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Partial Shade, Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

5-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

✅

Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:ornamental, pollinator attractor, soil stabilization

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hare's-ear

Jan

Prune

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Fertilize

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Repot

Apr

Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apiaceae

Genus:Bupleurum