Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
saxatilis
ID:
483557

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kom.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1900

Citation Micro:
Trudy Imp. S.-Peterburgsk. Bot. Sada 18: 429 (1900)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482889

Common Names

  • Primula saxatilis
  • Rock Primrose
  • Rock Cowslip

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Synonyms

  • Auganthus saxatilis (Kom.) Soják [unknown]

Description

Primula saxatilis (also called Rock Primrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the mountains of Europe. It is a low-growing perennial, growing to 10–15 cm tall and with a spread of up to 30 cm. It grows in cold and moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Primula saxatilis is used in ornamental gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula saxatilis has white, pink or purple flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a rosette of leaves with a central stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula saxatilis is a perennial plant that is propagated by division in spring or autumn. It is best grown in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of dry conditions once established.

Where to Find Primula saxatilis

Primula saxatilis can be found in the alpine meadows of the Himalayas, from Kashmir to Bhutan.

Primula saxatilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula saxatilis?

Primula saxatilis

What type of plant is Primula saxatilis?

Perennial

Where is Primula saxatilis found?

Europe and Asia

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,