Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
intricata
ID:
484518

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gren. & Godr.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1853

Citation Micro:
Fl. France 2: 449 (1853)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483850

Common Names

  • Primula intricata
  • Intricate Primrose
  • Intricate Cowslip

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Synonyms

  • Primula pachyscapa Goiran & Del Fabbro [unknown]
  • Primula hispanica Wilmott [unknown]

Description

Primula intricata (also called Intricate Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Himalayas. It has yellow flowers and is found in moist meadows and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Primula intricata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a groundcover due to its low-growing habit.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Primula intricata sub. lofthousei (Hesl.-Harr.) Rivas Mart.
Primula intricata sub. bergidensis (Kress) Kress
Primula intricata sub. impigrorum (Kress) Kress

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula intricata has white to pink flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula intricata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It can be grown in containers, rock gardens, or in the front of a border. It is best to divide the plants every 3-4 years to maintain their vigor.

Where to Find Primula intricata

Primula intricata can be found in the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan, and in western China.

Primula intricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula intricata?

Primula intricata

What is the common name of Primula intricata?

Intricate Primrose

What is the family of Primula intricata?

Primulaceae

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,

References

Dominique Alexandre Godron (1807-1880): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Godr.' in the authors string.
Jean Charles Marie Grenier (1808-1875): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gren.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:702100-1: Based on the initial data import