Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
recubariensis
ID:
483594

Status:
valid

Authors:
F.Prosser & Scorteg.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 28: 28 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482926

Common Names

  • Primrose
  • Cowslip
  • Oxlip

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Description

Primula recubariensis (also called Recubar Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has round, bright green leaves and small, yellow-white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Primula recubariensis is used in ornamental gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula recubariensis has white or pink flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula recubariensis can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in late spring or early summer and the divisions should be planted in a moist, sandy soil mix. Once rooted, the plants should be transplanted to a larger pot and grown in a sunny location.

Where to Find Primula recubariensis

Primula recubariensis can be found in the Alps, from Austria to Italy.

Primula recubariensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula recubariensis?

Primula recubariensis

What type of plant is Primula recubariensis?

Perennial

Where is Primula recubariensis found?

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,