Primrose is the common name of Primula vulgaris species, from Primulaceae family.
Also known as: english primrose, early rose, first rose.
Primrose flowers
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Features of Primrose
Height to 3-6 inches. Spread to 10 inches.
dark-brown, small seed.
light-green, rosetta-formed, wedge-shaped leaf.
light-yellow flower in spring.
Growing Primrose
Propagate »
- by root division during autumn.
- by seed during summer and autumn. Sow fresh seeds. May need winter stratification if dry seeds are sown in autumn.
Maintain »
- growth: Suitable as a pot-plant.
- transplant: 6 inches apart.
Using Primrose
Culinary
Dessert
Add to desserts, or use candied flowers as garnish. (Use flower)
Salad
Add to salads. (Use flower)
Medicinal
Tea
A sedative tea for headaches and anxiety. May also help relieve coughs and respiratory tract infections. (Use leaf, flower)
Traditional Remedies
Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.
Cautions
- Please consult with your doctor before using primrose for health related purposes.
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