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Primula wulfeniana

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Species of flowering plant

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
Schott
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.

Description

Primula wulfeniana is a herbaceous perennial plant. The species is diploid, possessing a chromosome count of (2n = 66). The leaves of Primula wulfeniana are obovate to elliptic in shape, sharply acute at the tips, and possess a leathery texture with cartilaginous characteristics. They exhibit entire margins and have a dark green coloration on the upper surface, while appearing paler underneath. The average leaf size ranges from 1 to 4 cm (0.39 to 1.57 in) in length and 5 to 12 mm (0.20 to 0.47 in) in width. Apart from marginal glands, the leaves are devoid of hairs. The flowers of this plant display a reddish-lilac hue and feature a distinct white eye. They are funnel-shaped to flat and have a diameter of approximately 2 to 3 cm (0.79 to 1.18 in). Often, these flowers are nearly stemless. The calyx of the flower is egg-shaped and possesses blunt sepal-lobes. The petal lobes are strap-shaped and narrowly notched.

Distribution and habitat

Primula wulfeniana is native to Europe, where it can be found within the countries of Austria, Italy, Romania and Slovenia. P. wulfeniana primarily grows within the subalpine and subarctic zone encompassing the Southeast Alps mountain range. The species habitat consists of rocky mountain slopes and limestone meadows where has been recorded growing at elevations of 1,800 to 2,100 meters (5,900 to 6,900 ft) above sea level.

Subspecies

The following subspecies are recognised:

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

References

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