Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
berninae
ID:
484245

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Kern.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1875

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 25: 153 (1875)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483577

Common Names

  • Primula Berninae
  • Bernina Primrose
  • Bernina Cow-Slip

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Synonyms

  • Primula salisii Brügger [unknown]

Description

Primula berninae (also called Bernina Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Alps. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It is characterized by its large, oval leaves and pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Primula berninae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments like fever, cold, cough, and headache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula berninae has bright yellow flowers with five petals, each with a small red spot at the base. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula berninae is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered spot in the garden or in a container.

Where to Find Primula berninae

Primula berninae can be found in the alpine regions of the Swiss Alps, the Italian Alps, and the Austrian Alps.

Primula berninae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula berninae?

Primula berninae

What is the common name of Primula berninae?

Berninae Primula

Where is Primula berninae native to?

Alps

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,