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    Primula malacoides

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    Primula malacoides
    Scientific classification Edit this classification
    Kingdom: Plantae
    Clade: Tracheophytes
    Clade: Angiosperms
    Clade: Eudicots
    Clade: Asterids
    Order: Ericales
    Family: Primulaceae
    Genus: Primula
    Species:
    P. malacoides
    Binomial name
    Primula malacoides
    Franch.[1]
    Synonyms[2]
    • Auganthus malacoides (Franch.) Soják
    • Primula delicata Petitm.

    Primula malacoides, called the fairy primrose or baby primrose, is a perennial species of Primula native to the Himalayas, Assam in India, Myanmar, and south-central and south east China.[2] It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.[3]

    Description[edit]

    This plant usually has purple flowers, although some may have red, white or bright-pink flowers.[4]

    Their hairy leaves measure at 4–8cm and are a pale-green colour. They usually grow to 30cm across and 20–40cm tall.[4]

    History[edit]

    This species was considered a weed as it would grow on the rice fields of Chinese farmers. This plant was cultivated from a seed by George Forrest in 1908. This species started to gain popularity among commercial growers in England. Within a decade, a new strain which was colourful and fragrant was sold commercially in greenhouses in the USA and throughout Europe.[5]

    Cultivation[edit]

    This plant can be propagated by seed or by division in late summer.[4][6]

    This species is a popular ornamental place and can be used as a houseplant or as a greenhouse plant.[4]

    It should be grown in fertile, well-drained soil with regular waterings.[4][6]

    Pests and disease[edit]

    This plant is prone to infestation by aphids. Signs of infestation may include: honeydew secretion, galls, and distortion of leaves.[4]

    Toxicity[edit]

    The leaves may cause irritation. It is advised to wear gloves when handling this plant.[4]

    This species may also have allergenic properties with symptoms including rashes and headaches.[6][5]

    See also[edit]

    • Flora of India
    • Flora of China
    • List of primula diseases

    References[edit]

    1. ^ Bull. Soc. Bot. France 33: 64 (1886)
    2. ^ a b "Primula malacoides Franch". Plants of the World Online. Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. 2017. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
    3. ^ "Primula malacoides (Mo) fairy primrose". The Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 5 October 2020.
    4. ^ a b c d e f g "Plants & Flowers » Primula malacoides". Retrieved 2020-10-24.
    5. ^ a b Mattus, Matt (2010-02-01). "A weed by any other name, Primula malacoides". Retrieved 2020-10-25.
    6. ^ a b c "Primula malacoides". www.barnhaven.com. Retrieved 2020-10-25.
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