Status:
valid
Authors:
(F.Wen & H.Tang) F.Wen & K.F.Chung
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 64: 4 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334046
Common Names
- Primulina
- Tiandengensis Star
- Tiandeng Star
Description
Primulina tiandengensis (also called Tiandeng Primulina, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to China. It has a single, erect stem and produces white flowers. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Primulina tiandengensis is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It can also be used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Primulina tiandengensis is white and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with two small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation information for Primulina tiandengensis: This species is best grown in a warm, sheltered position in partial shade, in a well-drained soil. Propagate by division or by seed.
Where to Find Primulina tiandengensis
Primulina tiandengensis is found in the Guangxi province of China.
Primulina tiandengensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Primulina tiandengensis?
Primulina tiandengensis
What is the common name of Primulina tiandengensis?
Tiandeng Primulina
What is the natural habitat of Primulina tiandengensis?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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
Kuo Fang Chung: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.F.Chung' in the authors string.
Fang Wen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Wen' in the authors string.
Hui Tang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Tang' in the authors string.