Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
melantha
ID:
484395

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Franch.) C.M.Hu

Source:
ksu

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4: 104 (1994)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483727

Common Names

  • Primula melantha
  • Melantha Primrose
  • Melantha Cowslip

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Description

Primula melantha (also called 'Dark-Flowered Primrose', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a woody stem, ovate leaves and yellow-pink flowers. It grows in moist meadows and grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Primula melantha is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula melantha 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 melantha can be propagated by division or seed. It can be cultivated in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Primula melantha

Primula melantha can be found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region, including the Pyrenees, Alps, and Apennines.

Primula melantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula melantha?

Primula melantha

What type of plant is Primula melantha?

Primula melantha is a perennial flowering plant

Where is Primula melantha native to?

Primula melantha 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

Adrien René Franchet (1834-1900): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Franch.' in the authors string.
Chi Ming Hu (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.M.Hu' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:977777-1: Based on the initial data import