Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
1280862

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Greene) A.R.Mast & Reveal

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 59: 81 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280200

Common Names

  • Few-flowered Primrose
  • Primrose
  • Primula Pauciflora

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Description

Primula pauciflora (also called Pauciflora Primula, among many other common names) is a perennial herb of the family Primulaceae native to Europe and Asia. It is found in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Primula pauciflora is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Primula pauciflora var. distola (Reveal) A.R.Mast & Reveal
Primula pauciflora var. zionensis (Eastw.) A.R.Mast & Reveal
Primula pauciflora var. monantha (Greene) A.R.Mast & Reveal
Primula pauciflora var. macrocarpa (A.Gray) A.R.Mast & Reveal
Primula pauciflora var. shoshonensis (A.Nelson) A.R.Mast & Reveal
Primula pauciflora var. cusickii (Greene) A.R.Mast & Reveal

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula pauciflora has small, pink flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula pauciflora is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the divisions moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have rooted.

Where to Find Primula pauciflora

Primula pauciflora is native to the alpine regions of Europe and Asia.

Primula pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula pauciflora?

Primula pauciflora

What are the common names of Primula pauciflora?

Few-flowered primrose

What is the natural habitat of Primula pauciflora?

It is found in moist, grassy areas in the Himalayas

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

Edward Lee Greene (1843-1915): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Greene' in the authors string.
James L. Reveal (1941-2015): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reveal' in the authors string.
Austin Mast (b.1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Mast' in the authors string.