| Primula bulleyana | |
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Ericales |
| Family: | Primulaceae |
| Genus: | Primula |
| Species: | P. bulleyana |
| Binomial name | |
| Primula bulleyana | |
| Synonyms [1] | |
Aleuritia bulleyana(Forrest) Soják | |
Primula bulleyana is a species of flowering plant in the family Primulaceae, native to hillsides in China.
Primula bulleyana is one of a group known as candelabra primulas, [2] so called because of the tiered arrangement of their flowers. It is a semi-evergreen perennial. [3] The sturdy, erect flowering stems appear in summer and are 50–60 centimetres (20–24 in) long, rising in groups from a rosette of leaves 12–35 centimetres (4.7–13.8 in) long and 3–10 centimetres (1.2–3.9 in) broad. The whorls of multiple orange-yellow flowers, opening from red buds, are arranged in tiers. It thrives in a bright, moist environment, such as beside a pond.
This plant has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. [4] [5]
It was first introduced by George Forrest from Yunnan province, China, in 1906, and named after Arthur K Bulley, his first sponsor, who was a cotton broker from Liverpool and a keen amateur gardener. He founded the Bees Ltd. nursery and was responsible for the introduction of many hardy plants and alpines to Britain in the early 20th century. [6]
The plant formerly known as Primula beesiana (Bee's primrose) is now regarded as a synonym of P. bulleyana subsp. beesiana (Forrest) A.J.Richards. [7] It is similar in size and form to its parent, but has purple blooms. It is likewise a recipient of the RHS award. [8]
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