Status:
valid
Authors:
Torr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Ann. Lyceum Nat. Hist. New York 1: 34 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001105378
Common Names
- Narrow-leaved Primrose
- Narrow-leaved Cowslip
- Narrow-leaved Oxlip
Description
Primula angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved Primrose, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, white flowers and grows in open, grassy areas and along the edges of forests.
Uses & Benefits
Primula angustifolia is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It has attractive foliage and produces white flowers. It is also known to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Primula angustifolia has white or pink flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. Seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Primula angustifolia is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Primula angustifolia
Primula angustifolia can be found in moist woodlands and meadows in the eastern United States.
Species in the Primula genus
Primula sorachiana,
Primula soldanelloides,
Primula siphonantha,
Primula spathulifolia,
Primula stricta,
Primula sturii,
Primula spectabilis,
Primula steinii,
Primula stirtoniana,
Primula serrata,
Primula scandinavica,
Primula sciophila,
Primula scotica,
Primula sessilis,
Primula schottii,
Primula sharmae,
Primula siamensis,
Primula sieboldii,
Primula veris,
Primula venusta,
Primula umbratilis,
Primula venzoides,
Primula varians,
Primula valentinae,
Primula vallarsae,
Primula vulgaris,
Primula villosa,
Primula takedana,
Primula tyrolensis,
Primula thearosa,
Primula tosaensis,
Primula petelotii,
Primula pinnata,
Primula pedemontana,
Primula poissonii,
Primula polonensis,
Primula poluninii,
Primula polyantha,
Primula olgae,
Primula obovata,
Primula palinuri,
Primula rotundifolia,
Primula salomonii,
Primula santii,
Primula saxatilis,
Primula ruprechtii,
Primula repentina,
Primula pubescens,
Primula prolifera,
Primula pseudoelatior,
Species in the Primulaceae family
Aegiceras corniculatum,
Aegiceras floridum,
Amblyanthopsis bhotanica,
Amblyanthopsis membranacea,
Amblyanthopsis philippinensis,
Amblyanthus glandulosus,
Amblyanthus multiflorus,
Amblyanthus obovatus,
Amblyanthus praetervisus,
Androsace beringensis,
Androsace idahoensis,
Androsace adenocephala,
Androsace adfinis,
Androsace aflatunensis,
Androsace aizoon,
Androsace akbajtalensis,
Androsace alaica,
Androsace alaschanica,
Androsace alaskana,
Androsace albana,
Androsace alchemilloides,
Androsace alpina,
Androsace americana,
Androsace apus,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace aretioides,
Androsace argentea,
Androsace armeniaca,
Androsace axillaris,
Androsace baltistanica,
Androsace bidentata,
Androsace bisulca,
Androsace brachystegia,
Androsace brahmaputrae,
Androsace brevis,
Androsace bryomorpha,
Androsace bulleyana,
Androsace bungeana,
Androsace caduca,
Androsace caespitosa,
Androsace cernuiflora,
Androsace chaixii,
Androsace chamaejasme,
Androsace ciliata,
Androsace ciliifolia,
Androsace constancei,
Androsace coronata,
Androsace cortusifolia,
Androsace croftii,
Androsace cuscutiformis,