What other names does the fairy primrose have? Let us learn about its other names

What are the alternative names of the fairy primrose? Introduction to the fairy primrose [Alternative names] Primula malacoides, four-season primrose, Hubei primrose, crane lotus [Classification] Primulaceae, Primula [Origin] Native to western China, now widely cultivated. [Habits] Likes light, but fears strong light; fears heat; likes acidic, fertile leaf mold. Morphological characteristics of the fairy primrose The fairy primrose is a perennial herbaceous plant, with a short stem, about 30 cm tall, brown. Many fibrous roots. Leaves basal, oblong to ovate, with long petioles, margins with shallow notches; leaf surface smooth, leaf underside densely covered with white soft hairs, often bearing an irritating toxic secretion. Flower scapes emerge from the leaf cluster, umbels relatively large, calyx funnel-shaped, corolla red, with many cultivars and bright colors, including white, carmine, purplish red, blue, light red or light purple. Seeds tiny, brown after maturity. Varieties of the fairy primrose The varieties of the fairy primrose include the large-flowered variety, the deep red-flowered variety and the white-flowered variety, and the cultivars also include double-flowered varieties. As potted plants of the same genus, common ones also include Primula sinensis, Primula obconica, Primula polyantha, Primula acaulis, Primula kewensis, etc. The genus Primula has more than about 450 species, mainly distributed in the Northern Hemisphere, with about 390 species produced in China, mainly in the west and southwest, especially in low-latitude, high-altitude cool and humid areas, and most species have large and colorful flowers. Habits of the fairy primrose It likes cool and humid conditions, avoids exposure to scorching sun, is tolerant of fertilizer, and not cold-resistant. The suitable growth temperature is 13-18°C, and the most suitable soil is sandy loam rich in humus. Depending on the temperature, it can complete growth within 110-140 days. The flowering room temperature of the fairy primrose is 10-15°C. Unlike other primroses, it does not need low temperature, but appropriate low temperature can make the plant grow robustly and compactly, and also increase the number of flower branches. After entering the flowering period, appropriately increase the concentration of phosphorus and potassium fertilizer, generally using 15-10-30 fertilizer at 200 ppm. After the flowering period, pay attention to pruning the withered flower branches to prevent the occurrence of gray mold. Uses of the fairy primrose The fairy primrose and other various primroses are important indoor potted flowers, widely cultivated around the world. The fairy primrose is an important potted flower for decorating rooms in winter and spring. It usually blooms from December to April of the following year. It can also be used as a cut flower. The whole plant is used as medicine, clearing heat and detoxifying. It should be noted that the leaf glandular hairs of the fairy primrose contain primin, and some people are prone to allergies. Wiping hands with alcohol before contact and washing with soapy water after contact can provide protection. It is reported that varieties without primin have been bred abroad. For more professional agricultural science and technology information, please scan the QR code to follow WeChat: NongXunNET Please indicate the source when reprinting.