Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
vulgaris
ID:
483430

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huds.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1762

Citation Micro:
Fl. Angl. : 70 (1762)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482762

Common Names

  • Primula Vulgaris
  • Vulgaris Primrose
  • Vulgaris's Primrose

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Synonyms

  • Primula variabilis Bastard [unknown]
  • Primula vernalis Salisb. [unknown]
  • Primula sylvestris Scop. [unknown]
  • Primula pseudoacaulis Schur [unknown]
  • Primula acaulis Hill [unknown]
  • Primula calycantha Retz. [unknown]
  • Primula bicolor Raf. [unknown]
  • Primula grandiflora Lam. [unknown]
  • Primula inodora Hill [unknown]
  • Primula hybrida Schrank [unknown]
  • Primula veris acaulis L. [unknown]

Description

Primula vulgaris (also called Common 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 vulgaris is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Primula vulgaris sub. atlantica (Maire & Wilczek) Greuter & Burdet
Primula vulgaris sub. balearica (Willk.) W.W.Sm. & Forrest
Primula vulgaris sub. rubra (Sm.) Arcang.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula vulgaris 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 vulgaris 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 vulgaris

Primula vulgaris is native to Europe and Asia. It can be found in moist, open woods, meadows, and along streams and roadsides.

Primula vulgaris FAQ

What are the ideal growing conditions for Primula vulgaris?

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

What type of soil should Primula vulgaris be planted in?

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

How much light does Primula vulgaris need?

Primula vulgaris 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,

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