Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Genus:
Species:
xanthopa
ID:
483883

Status:
valid

Authors:
Balf.f. & R.E.Cooper

Source:
ksu

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Notes Roy. Bot. Gard. Edinburgh 9: 204 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000483215



Common Names

  • Xanthopa Plant
  • Xanthopa Daisy
  • Xanthopa Flower


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Description

Primula xanthopa (also called Yellow-footed Primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that grows up to 15 cm tall. It has ovate-oblong leaves that are 5–10 cm long. It is native to the Alps and grows in moist, rocky meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Primula xanthopa is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in landscaping and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Primula xanthopa has white flowers with yellow centers and a single seed in each seed capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a rosette of leaves at the base. The seeds are small and black.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Primula xanthopa is a perennial plant that is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division in spring or by seed in autumn or spring.

Where to Find Primula xanthopa

Primula xanthopa can be found in the western Himalayas, in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Primula xanthopa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Primula xanthopa?

Primula xanthopa

What is the family of Primula xanthopa?

Primulaceae

What is the common name of Primula xanthopa?

Yellow-Faced Primrose

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

Isaac Bayley Balfour (1853-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balf.f.' in the authors string.
Rowland Edgar Cooper (1890-1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Cooper' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:702807-1: Based on the initial data import