Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
mistassinica
ID:
484423

Status:
valid

Authors:
Michx.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bor.-Amer. 1: 124 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483755



Common Names

  • Primula mistassinica
  • Mistassini Primrose
  • Mistassini Cowslip


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Synonyms

  • Primula pusilla Goldie [unknown]
  • Primula maccalliana Wiegand [unknown]
  • Aleuritia mistassinica (Michx.) Soják [unknown]
  • Androsace primuloides D.Don [unknown]
  • Primula mistassinica mistassinica [unknown]
  • Primula mistassinica mistassinica [unknown]
  • Primula intercedens Fernald [unknown]
  • Primula farinosa mistassinica (Michx.) Blasdale [unknown]
  • Primula farinosa mistassinica (Michx.) Pax [unknown]
  • Primula sibirica mistassinica Kurtz [unknown]

Description

Primula mistassinica (also called 'Mistassini Primrose', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe. It has a woody stem, ovate leaves and yellow-pink flowers. It grows in moist meadows and grassy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Primula mistassinica is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat various ailments, including fever, coughs, and sore throats.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Primula mistassinica var. macropoda (Fernald) B.Boivin

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Primula mistassinica is a white to pale pink color and has a bell-shaped corolla. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula mistassinica is a small, slow-growing, evergreen perennial that can reach heights of up to 15 cm (6 in). It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in the spring or by seed, which should be sown in a cold frame in the spring.

Where to Find Primula mistassinica

Primula mistassinica can be found in the mountains of the Mediterranean region, including the Pyrenees, Alps, and Apennines.

Primula mistassinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula mistassinica?

Primula mistassinica

What type of plant is Primula mistassinica?

Primula mistassinica is a perennial flowering plant

Where is Primula mistassinica native to?

Primula mistassinica is native to the Alps of Europe

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,

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