Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
lilacina
ID:
510781

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.J.Richards

Source:
ksu

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Plantsman , n.s., 7: 123 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000510113

Common Names

  • Primula Lilacina
  • Lilacina Primula
  • Primula

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Description

Primula lilacina (also called 'Lilac Primrose', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with pink or white flowers. It is native to Europe, where it is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Primula lilacina is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and produces small, lilac flowers that attract bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula lilacina has white flowers with yellow centres and a sweet scent. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and green with a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula lilacina is a perennial plant that grows up to 18 inches tall. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Primula lilacina

Primula lilacina is native to the Himalayas and can be found in the mountainous regions of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Primula lilacina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula lilacina?

Primula lilacina

What type of plant is Primula lilacina?

It is a perennial herb

Where is Primula lilacina found?

It is found in the Mediterranean region

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,