Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
muretiana
ID:
487960

Status:
valid

Authors:
Moritzi

Source:
ksu

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Pfl. Graubündens : 111 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000487292

Common Names

  • Muret's Primrose
  • Muretiana Primrose
  • Primula muretiana

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Synonyms

  • Primula dinyana Lagger [unknown]
  • Primula muretii Charpentier ex W.D.J.Koch [unknown]

Description

Primula muretiana (also called Muret's Primrose, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to the Alps. It typically grows in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Primula muretiana has medicinal uses, as well as being used for erosion control, soil stabilization, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Primula muretiana is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have small, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula muretiana is an evergreen perennial that grows up to 8 inches (20 cm) tall and spreads up to 24 inches (60 cm) wide. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, acidic soil. Propagate by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Primula muretiana

Primula muretiana is found in the western United States and Canada.

Primula muretiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula muretiana?

Primula muretiana

What is the common name of Primula muretiana?

Muret's Primrose

Where is Primula muretiana found?

Primula muretiana is found in Europe and North Africa.

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,