Status:
valid
Authors:
C.M.Hu & Y.Y.Geng
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Novon 13: 199 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268811
Common Names
- Primula Tenuituba
- Tenuituba Primula
- Primula Tenuituba
Description
Primula tenuituba (also called Tenuituba primula, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Central and South America. It is found in moist and wet habitats, such as wet meadows, swamps, and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Primula tenuituba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Primula tenuituba has small, white flowers, small, black seeds, and short, thin seedlings.
Cultivation and Propagation
Primula tenuituba is a perennial native to temperate regions of the world. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the clumps. Seeds should be sown in late spring or early summer in a warm, humid environment. Division of the clumps should be done in early spring and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.
Where to Find Primula tenuituba
Primula tenuituba is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.
Primula tenuituba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Primula tenuituba?
Primula tenuituba
What is the common name of Primula tenuituba?
Slender-tubed Primula
Where is Primula tenuituba native to?
Central America
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
Yu Ying Geng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Y.Geng' in the authors string.