Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
verticillata
ID:
1106016

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forssk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1775

Citation Micro:
Fl. Aegypt.-Arab. : 42 (1775)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001105354



Common Names

  • Whorled Primrose
  • Whorled Cowslip
  • Whorled Oxlip


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Description

Primula verticillata (also called Whorled Primrose, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb native to Europe. It has small, white flowers and grows in open, grassy areas and along the edges of forests.

Uses & Benefits

Primula verticillata is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to control erosion and to provide habitat for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula verticillata has small, white flowers that are found in clusters at the end of the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula verticillata is a perennial plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a cold frame or in a sheltered spot outdoors. Division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Primula verticillata

Primula verticillata is native to the northern hemisphere. It can be found in moist, shady areas in the northern hemisphere.

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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