Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
lihengiana
ID:
745181

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.M.Hu & R.Li

Source:
ksu

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 46: 130 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000744514

Common Names

  • Primula lihengiana
  • Liheng's primrose
  • Liheng's cowslip

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Description

Primula lihengiana (also called Liheng Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It grows in moist and shady habitats, forming dense mats of foliage.

Uses & Benefits

Primula lihengiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Primula lihengiana is a yellow, 5-lobed corolla with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula lihengiana is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The herb should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Primula lihengiana

Primula lihengiana is native to China and can be found in temperate climates.

Primula lihengiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula lihengiana?

Primula lihengiana

What is the habitat of Primula lihengiana?

Dry rocky slopes and limestone cliffs

What is the flowering period of Primula lihengiana?

April to June

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

Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
Rong Li: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Li' in the authors string.