Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
primuloides
ID:
11950

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Popov) Grierson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 27: 129 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000011279



Common Names

  • Psychrogeton primuloides
  • Primroseleaf
  • Primrose-leaved


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Description

Psychrogeton primuloides (also called Primrose Psychrogeton, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the deserts of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has narrow, linear leaves and small white flowers. It grows in sandy soils and dry, rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Psychrogeton primuloides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Psychrogeton primuloides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Psychrogeton primuloides is a perennial herb native to Iran. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It can be pruned back to promote bushier growth.

Where to Find Psychrogeton primuloides

Psychrogeton primuloides is found in the Mediterranean region, from the Iberian Peninsula to the Middle East.

Psychrogeton primuloides FAQ

What type of plant is Psychrogeton primuloides?

Psychrogeton primuloides is a perennial herbaceous plant.

Where does Psychrogeton primuloides grow?

Psychrogeton primuloides grows in the Mediterranean region.

What is the scientific classification of Psychrogeton primuloides?

Psychrogeton primuloides belongs to the family Primulaceae.

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Andrew John Charles Grierson (1929-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grierson' in the authors string.
Mikhail Popov (1893-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Popov' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:240040-1: Based on the initial data import