Primulina confertiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
confertiflora
ID:
750713
Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.T.Wang) Mich.Möller & A.Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 781 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000750046
Common Names
- Primulina Confertiflora
- Dense-flowered Primulina
- Dense-flowered Chinese Primrose
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Primulina confertiflora (also called 'Confertiflora Primulina', among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the tropical regions of Central and South America. It grows in moist, shady areas and has long, thin, green leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Primulina confertiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and gastrointestinal issues.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Primulina confertiflora is a white to pink star-shaped flower with five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Primulina confertiflora is a perennial, evergreen herbaceous plant that is native to China. It is a low-growing plant that can reach up to 10 cm in height. It can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be grown in partial shade. It should be watered regularly but not allowed to dry out completely. It should be fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Primulina confertiflora
Primulina confertiflora can be found in tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.
Primulina confertiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Primulina confertiflora?
Primulina confertiflora
What is the family of Primulina confertiflora?
Gesneriaceae
Where is Primulina confertiflora native to?
China
Species in the Primulina genus
Primulina tabacum, Primulina mollifolia, Primulina varicolor, Primulina parvifolia, Primulina pinnata, Primulina pinnatifida, Primulina pteropoda, Primulina renifolia, Primulina sclerophylla, Primulina shouchengensis, Primulina spinulosa, Primulina subrhomboidea, Primulina tenuituba, Primulina wentsaii, Primulina medica, Primulina tenuifolia, Primulina minutimaculata, Primulina macrodonta, Primulina polycephala, Primulina linglingensis, Primulina lobulata, Primulina longgangensis, Primulina longicalyx, Primulina lunglinensis, Primulina lungzhouensis, Primulina luochengensis, Primulina liguliformis, Primulina luzhaiensis, Primulina lienxienensis, Primulina macrorhiza, Primulina maguanensis, Primulina modesta, Primulina nandanensis, Primulina napoensis, Primulina obtusidentata, Primulina orthandra, Primulina ophiopogoides, Primulina lutea, Primulina glabrescens, Primulina dryas, Primulina fangii, Primulina fimbrisepala, Primulina flavimaculata, Primulina floribunda, Primulina lingchuanensis, Primulina pseudoeburnea, Primulina glandulosa, Primulina guihaiensis, Primulina halongensis, Primulina hiepii,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum, Achimenes admirabilis, Achimenes antirrhina, Achimenes brevifolia, Achimenes candida, Achimenes cettoana, Achimenes dulcis, Achimenes erecta, Achimenes fimbriata, Achimenes flava, Achimenes glabrata, Achimenes grandiflora, Achimenes heterophylla, Achimenes hintoniana, Achimenes longiflora, Achimenes mexicana, Achimenes misera, Achimenes nayaritensis, Achimenes obscura, Achimenes occidentalis, Achimenes patens, Achimenes pedunculata, Achimenes skinneri, Achimenes woodii, Achimenes tincticoma, Achimenes elota, Achimenes sanguinea, Achimenes ixtapaensis, Aeschynanthus citrinus, Aeschynanthus membranifolius, Aeschynanthus mendumiae, Aeschynanthus sojolianus, Aeschynanthus dischidioides, Aeschynanthus minutifolius, Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus, Aeschynanthus acuminatus, Aeschynanthus albidus, Aeschynanthus amboinensis, Aeschynanthus amoenus, Aeschynanthus andersonii, Aeschynanthus angustifolius, Aeschynanthus angustioblongus, Aeschynanthus apicidens, Aeschynanthus arctocalyx, Aeschynanthus arfakensis, Aeschynanthus argentii, Aeschynanthus asclepioides, Aeschynanthus atrorubens, Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus, Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2904974: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.