Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
coerulea
ID:
281652

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Schwarz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 24: 87 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000280984



Common Names

  • Poranthera coerulea
  • Coerulea Poranthera
  • Poranthera


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Description

Poranthera coerulea (also called Blue Poranthera, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is native to the Alps and the Carpathians. It is found in alpine meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Poranthera coerulea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Poranthera coerulea has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a bell-shaped calyx. The seeds are small, dark brown, and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a single pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Poranthera coerulea can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, divide the rhizomes in spring or early summer and replant in a well-drained medium. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-drained medium and keep the medium moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Poranthera coerulea

Poranthera coerulea is native to the alpine regions of the western United States and Canada.

Poranthera coerulea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Poranthera coerulea?

Poranthera coerulea

What is the common name of Poranthera coerulea?

Blue Poranthera

What is the natural habitat of Poranthera coerulea?

Alpine meadows

Species in the Phyllanthaceae family

Actephila alanbakeri, Actephila saccata, Actephila albidula, Actephila anthelminthica, Actephila aurantiaca, Actephila collinsiae, Actephila daii, Actephila dolichopoda, Actephila excelsa, Actephila foetida, Actephila grandifolia, Actephila latifolia, Actephila lindleyi, Actephila longipedicellata, Actephila macrantha, Actephila mearsii, Actephila merrilliana, Actephila mooreana, Actephila nitidula, Actephila ovalis, Actephila petiolaris, Actephila pierrei, Actephila platysepala, Actephila puberula, Actephila sessilifolia, Actephila subsessilis, Actephila trichogyna, Actephila bella, Actephila championiae, Actephila flavescens, Actephila plicata, Actephila traceyi, Actephila venusta, Actephila vernicosa, Actephila forsteri, Amanoa almerindae, Amanoa anomala, Amanoa bracteosa, Amanoa caribaea, Amanoa congesta, Amanoa cupatensis, Amanoa glaucophylla, Amanoa gracillima, Amanoa guianensis, Amanoa muricata, Amanoa nanayensis, Amanoa neglecta, Amanoa oblongifolia, Amanoa sinuosa, Amanoa steyermarkii,

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