Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
tosaensis
ID:
483470

Status:
valid

Authors:
Yatabe

Source:
ksu

Year:
1890

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 4: 1, t. 44 (1890)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482802

Common Names

  • Primula Tosaensis
  • Tosaensis Primrose
  • Tosaensis's Primrose

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Description

Primula tosaensis (also called Tosa Primrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to Japan and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Primula tosaensis is a perennial plant that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for medicinal purposes such as treating fever and headaches.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Primula tosaensis var. brachycarpa (Hara) Ohwi
Primula tosaensis var. rhodotricha (Nakai & Maek.) Ohwi

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula tosaensis has white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula tosaensis is a perennial plant native to Japan. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Primula tosaensis

Primula tosaensis can be found in Japan, on the islands of Shikoku and Kyushu.

Primula tosaensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula tosaensis?

Primula tosaensis

What is the natural habitat of Primula tosaensis?

Alpine meadows and grasslands

What is the growth habit of Primula tosaensis?

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,