Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
sichuanensis
ID:
750618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.T.Wang) Mich.Möller & A.Weber

Source:
cmp

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Taxon 60: 784 (2011)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749951

Common Names

  • Primulina Sichuanensis
  • Sichuanensis Primulina
  • Sichuanensis Primrose

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Description

Primulina sichuanensis (also called Sichuan primulina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall flowering stem that can reach up to 30 cm in height. It is found in rocky areas, open woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Primulina sichuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Primulina sichuanensis are white or pinkish-white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primulina sichuanensis is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated through division or cuttings. It prefers to grow in partial shade and requires well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Primulina sichuanensis

Primulina sichuanensis is native to Sichuan, China and can be found in limestone habitats.

Primulina sichuanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primulina sichuanensis?

Primulina sichuanensis

What is the natural habitat of Primulina sichuanensis?

Rocky limestone areas of northern Vietnam

What are the blooming times of Primulina sichuanensis?

April to June

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-2904830: 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.