Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
valentinae
ID:
483427

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fed.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
Novosti Sist. Vyssh. Rast. 1964: 258 (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482759

Common Names

  • Primula Valentinae
  • Valentinae Primrose
  • Valentinae's Primrose

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Description

Primula valentinae (also called Valentina's Primrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Primulaceae family. It is native to the mountains of central and southern Europe, where it grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula valentinae has a white flower with five petals, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula valentinae is a perennial plant that is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed sown in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Primula valentinae

Primula valentinae is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be found in moist, open woods, meadows, and along streams and roadsides.

Primula valentinae FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Primula valentinae?

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

What type of soil should Primula valentinae be planted in?

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

How much light does Primula valentinae need?

Primula valentinae 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,