Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
sorachiana
ID:
483336

Status:
valid

Authors:
Miyabe & Tatew.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Trans. Sapporo Nat. Hist. Soc. 13: 2 (1933)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482668



Common Names

  • Sorachiana Primula
  • Primula Sorachiana
  • Sorachiana Primrose


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Description

Primula sorachiana (also called Sorachi Primrose, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae. It is a perennial herb, growing to a height of 15–30 cm (6–12 in). It is native to Japan, and is found in alpine meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Primula sorachiana is a popular ornamental plant, often used in landscaping. It has a trailing habit and can reach heights of up to 2 feet. Its flowers are a deep purple color and its leaves are a dark green. It is also used for ground cover and erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Primula sorachiana is a small, yellowish-green cone-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, winged seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, coniferous trees.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula sorachiana is a perennial plant native to Japan. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps or by seed.

Where to Find Primula sorachiana

Primula sorachiana is native to the Himalayas and can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Primula sorachiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula sorachiana?

Primula sorachiana

What is the common name of Primula sorachiana?

Sorachian Primrose

What is the natural habitat of Primula sorachiana?

Himalayan regions of India and Nepal

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

Misao Tatewaki (1899-1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tatew.' in the authors string.
Kingo Miyabe (1860-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miyabe' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:702636-1: Based on the initial data import