Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
caulifera
ID:
484238

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu

Source:
cmp

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 41: 327 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483570

Common Names

  • Primula Caulifera
  • Stem-Bearing Primrose
  • Stem-Bearing Cow-Slip

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Description

Primula caulifera (also called Cauliflower Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It grows in moist meadows, grasslands, and open woodlands. It is characterized by its large, cauliflower-like clusters of yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Primula caulifera 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 caulifera has white flowers with five petals, each with a small yellow 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 caulifera 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 caulifera

Primula caulifera can be found in China, in the provinces of Gansu and Qinghai.

Primula caulifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula caulifera?

Primula caulifera

What type of plant is Primula caulifera?

Primula caulifera is a perennial flowering plant

Where is Primula caulifera native to?

Primula caulifera is native to the Alps of Europe

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2565096: Based on the initial data import
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.