Status:
valid
Authors:
Xin Hong, S.B.Zhou & F.Wen
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 50: 14 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332730
Common Names
- Primulina chizhouensis
- Chizhouensis Primulina
- Chizhouensis Primulina
Description
Primulina chizhouensis (also called Chizhou Primulina, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant with a white flower. It is native to China and is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Primulina chizhouensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Primulina chizhouensis is white with a yellow center and a sweet scent. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and white.
Cultivation and Propagation
Primulina chizhouensis is a hardy, evergreen perennial that grows best in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once the seedlings have established, they can be transplanted into the garden. Division of the clumps can also be done in spring or summer.
Where to Find Primulina chizhouensis
Primulina chizhouensis can be found in the limestone hills of China.
Primulina chizhouensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Primulina chizhouensis?
Primulina chizhouensis
What type of plant is Primulina chizhouensis?
Herb
Where is Primulina chizhouensis found?
China
Species in the Primulina genus
Primulina tabacum,
Primulina mollifolia,
Primulina varicolor,
Primulina parvifolia,
Primulina pinnata,
Primulina pinnatifida,
Primulina pteropoda,
Primulina renifolia,
Primulina sclerophylla,
Primulina shouchengensis,
Primulina spinulosa,
Primulina subrhomboidea,
Primulina tenuituba,
Primulina wentsaii,
Primulina medica,
Primulina tenuifolia,
Primulina minutimaculata,
Primulina macrodonta,
Primulina polycephala,
Primulina linglingensis,
Primulina lobulata,
Primulina longgangensis,
Primulina longicalyx,
Primulina lunglinensis,
Primulina lungzhouensis,
Primulina luochengensis,
Primulina liguliformis,
Primulina luzhaiensis,
Primulina lienxienensis,
Primulina macrorhiza,
Primulina maguanensis,
Primulina modesta,
Primulina nandanensis,
Primulina napoensis,
Primulina obtusidentata,
Primulina orthandra,
Primulina ophiopogoides,
Primulina lutea,
Primulina glabrescens,
Primulina dryas,
Primulina fangii,
Primulina fimbrisepala,
Primulina flavimaculata,
Primulina floribunda,
Primulina lingchuanensis,
Primulina pseudoeburnea,
Primulina glandulosa,
Primulina guihaiensis,
Primulina halongensis,
Primulina hiepii,
Species in the Gesneriaceae family
Acanthonema diandrum,
Achimenes admirabilis,
Achimenes antirrhina,
Achimenes brevifolia,
Achimenes candida,
Achimenes cettoana,
Achimenes dulcis,
Achimenes erecta,
Achimenes fimbriata,
Achimenes flava,
Achimenes glabrata,
Achimenes grandiflora,
Achimenes heterophylla,
Achimenes hintoniana,
Achimenes longiflora,
Achimenes mexicana,
Achimenes misera,
Achimenes nayaritensis,
Achimenes obscura,
Achimenes occidentalis,
Achimenes patens,
Achimenes pedunculata,
Achimenes skinneri,
Achimenes woodii,
Achimenes tincticoma,
Achimenes elota,
Achimenes sanguinea,
Achimenes ixtapaensis,
Aeschynanthus citrinus,
Aeschynanthus membranifolius,
Aeschynanthus mendumiae,
Aeschynanthus sojolianus,
Aeschynanthus dischidioides,
Aeschynanthus minutifolius,
Aeschynanthus acuminatissimus,
Aeschynanthus acuminatus,
Aeschynanthus albidus,
Aeschynanthus amboinensis,
Aeschynanthus amoenus,
Aeschynanthus andersonii,
Aeschynanthus angustifolius,
Aeschynanthus angustioblongus,
Aeschynanthus apicidens,
Aeschynanthus arctocalyx,
Aeschynanthus arfakensis,
Aeschynanthus argentii,
Aeschynanthus asclepioides,
Aeschynanthus atrorubens,
Aeschynanthus atrosanguineus,
Aeschynanthus batakiorum,
References
Fang Wen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Wen' in the authors string.
Xin Hong: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Xin Hong' in the authors string.