Primulina longicalyx - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longicalyx
ID:
750536
Status:
valid
Authors:
(J.M.Li & Yin Z.Wang) Mich.Möller & A.Weber
Source:
cmp
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 783 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749869
Common Names
- Primulina longicalyx
- Long-Calyx Primulina
- Long-Calyx Chirita
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Primulina longicalyx (also called Chinese Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to China. It has ovate-lanceolate leaves and small white flowers. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often found in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Primulina longicalyx is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Primulina longicalyx has small white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Primulina longicalyx is a small, evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It is best grown in a well-draining soil mix with plenty of organic matter. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be kept in temperatures between 60-85°F (15-30°C). Propagation is done by stem cuttings or division of the rhizome.
Where to Find Primulina longicalyx
Primulina longicalyx is native to China. It is found in moist, shady forests at elevations of 500-1,500 m. It is not widely available in cultivation.
Primulina longicalyx FAQ
What is the scientific name of Primulina longicalyx?
Primulina longicalyx
What is the natural habitat of Primulina longicalyx?
It is native to China.
What are the medicinal uses of Primulina longicalyx?
It is used to treat skin diseases, wounds, and burns.
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-2904754: Based on the initial data import
Anton Weber (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Weber' in the authors string.
Yin Zheng Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yin Z.Wang' in the authors string.
Jia Mei Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.Li' in the authors string.
Michael Möller (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mich.Möller' in the authors string.