Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sieboldii
ID:
483406

Status:
valid

Authors:
É.Morren

Source:
cmp

Year:
1873

Citation Micro:
Ann. Hort. Belge Étrangère 23: 97 (1873)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482738

Common Names

  • Primula Sieboldii
  • Sieboldii Primrose
  • Siebold's Primrose

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Synonyms

  • Primula sieboldii patens (Turcz.) Kitag. [unknown]
  • Primula sieboldii albiflora Y.N.Lee [unknown]
  • Primula patens (Turcz.) Turcz. ex E.A.Busch [unknown]
  • Auganthus sieboldii (É.Morren) Soják [unknown]
  • Primula sieboldii hortensis H.Takeda [unknown]
  • Primula sieboldii spontanea H.Takeda [unknown]
  • Primula cortusoides patens Turcz. [unknown]
  • Primula patens Turcz. [unknown]
  • Primula patens genuina Skvortsov [unknown]
  • Primula patens manshurica Skvortsov [unknown]
  • Primula sieboldii patens (Turcz.) Kitag. [unknown]

Description

Primula sieboldii (also called Siebold's Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Japan. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a single, erect stem with a terminal inflorescence. It is found in lowland and montane habitats, typically at elevations of 0 to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Primula sieboldii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Primula sieboldii is a small, white, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula sieboldii is a low-growing, evergreen perennial native to the mountains of central Europe. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Primula sieboldii

Primula sieboldii can be found in the mountains of Japan.

Primula sieboldii FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Primula sieboldii?

Primula sieboldii prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

What type of soil should Primula sieboldii be planted in?

Primula sieboldii should be planted in moist, well-drained soil.

How much light does Primula sieboldii need?

Primula sieboldii prefers partial shade.

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,