Primula wulfeniana
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Primulaceae |
| Genus: | Primula |
| Species: | P. wulfeniana
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Primula wulfeniana, also known as Wulfen's primrose, is a species of flowering plant within the genus Primula and family Primulaceae.[1]
Description
[edit]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 (0.39 to 1.57 in) in length and 5 to 12 mm (0.20 to 0.47 in) 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 (0.79 to 1.18 in).[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
[edit]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 1,800 to 2,100 meters (5,900 to 6,900 ft) above sea level.[3]
Subspecies
[edit]The following subspecies are recognised:[1]
- Primula wulfeniana subsp. baumgarteniana (Degen & Moesz) Lüdi
- Primula wulfeniana subsp. wulfeniana
References
[edit]- ^ a b c d e "Primula wulfeniana Schott". Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew Plants of the World Online. 2023-06-23. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
- ^ a b c d Richards, John (2014). Primula. Batsford. ISBN 9781849942416.
- ^ a b c d e f g "Primula wulfeniana". Alpine Garden Society. 2023-06-23. Retrieved 2023-06-23.