Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
frondosa
ID:
484491

Status:
valid

Authors:
Janka

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 23: 204 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483823

Common Names

  • Myristica Crassithyrsa
  • Thick-Thymed Nutmeg
  • Crassithyrsa Nutmeg

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Synonyms

  • Aleuritia frondosa (Janka) Soják [unknown]

Description

Primula frondosa (also called Fern-leaved Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has yellow flowers and is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Primula frondosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula frondosa has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula frondosa is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers, rock gardens, or in the front of a border. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Primula frondosa

Myristica crassithyrsa is native to parts of Africa, including Angola, Mozambique, and Madagascar.

Primula frondosa FAQ

What is the common name of Myristica crassithyrsa?

Crassithyrsa nutmeg

What is the origin of Myristica crassithyrsa?

South America

What are the uses of Myristica crassithyrsa?

The seed is used as a spice and for its medicinal properties

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,

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