Primula wulfeniana
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Ericales
Family: Primulaceae
Genus: Primula
Species:
P. wulfeniana
Binomial name
Primula wulfeniana
Synonyms
List
  • Auricula-ursi wulfeniana (Schott)

Primula wulfeniana, also known as Wulfen's primrose, is a species of flowering plant within the genus Primula and family Primulaceae.[1]

Description

Primula wulfeniana is a herbaceous perennial plant.[1] The species is diploid, possessing a chromosome count of (2n = 66).[2] The leaves of Primula wulfeniana are obovate to elliptic in shape, sharply acute at the tips, and possess a leathery texture with cartilaginous characteristics.[3] They exhibit entire margins and have a dark green coloration on the upper surface, while appearing paler underneath.[3] The average leaf size ranges from 1 to 4 cm in length and 5 to 12 mm in width.[2] Apart from marginal glands, the leaves are devoid of hairs.[2] The flowers of this plant display a reddish-lilac hue and feature a distinct white eye.[3] They are funnel-shaped to flat and have a diameter of approximately 2 to 3 cm.[3] Often, these flowers are nearly stemless.[3] The calyx of the flower is egg-shaped and possesses blunt sepal-lobes. The petal lobes are strap-shaped and narrowly notched.[2]

Distribution and habitat

Primula wulfeniana is native to Europe, where it can be found within the countries of Austria, Italy, Romania and Slovenia.[1][3] P. wulfeniana primarily grows within the subalpine and subarctic zone encompassing the Southeast Alps mountain range.[1] The species habitat consists of rocky mountain slopes and limestone meadows where has been recorded growing at elevations of 1800 to 2100 meters above sea level.[3]

Subspecies

The following subspecies are recognised:[1]

  • Primula wulfeniana subsp. baumgarteniana (Degen & Moesz) Lüdi
  • Primula wulfeniana subsp. wulfeniana

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 "Primula wulfeniana Schott". Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Plants of the World Online. 2023-06-23. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
  2. 1 2 3 4 Richards, John (2014). Primula. Batsford. ISBN 9781849942416.
  3. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 "Primula wulfeniana". Alpine Garden Society. 2023-06-23. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
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