Primula polyantha - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
polyantha
ID:
483500
Status:
valid
Authors:
Mill.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1768
Citation Micro:
Gard. Dict. ed. 8 : n.º 4 (1768)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482832
Common Names
- Primula polyantha
- Polyantha Primrose
- Polyantha Cowslip
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Primula variiflora Beck [unknown]
- Primula sanctae-coronae Beck [unknown]
- Primula cupularis Pax [unknown]
- Primula caulescens Pax [unknown]
- Primula brevistyla DC. [unknown]
- Primula bosniaka Fiala [unknown]
- Primula legueana E.G.Camus [unknown]
- Primula flagellicaulis A.Kern. [unknown]
Description
Primula polyantha (also called Polyantha Primrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to the Alps and grows in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Primula polyantha is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Primula polyantha has bright yellow flowers with a red center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a rosette of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Primula polyantha is a perennial plant that is propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions once established.
Where to Find Primula polyantha
Primula polyantha can be found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan.
Primula polyantha FAQ
What is the scientific name of Primula polyantha?
Primula polyantha
What is the natural habitat of Primula polyantha?
Alpine meadows and grasslands
What is the growth habit of Primula polyantha?
It is a low-growing, perennial herb
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
Philip Miller (1691-1771): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mill.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:702440-1: Based on the initial data import