Primula veris subsp. veris
Cowslip
Primula veris subsp. veris, commonly known as cowslip, is a charming perennial wildflower native to Europe. Renowned for its bright yellow, bell-shaped blossoms, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditionally used in herbal medicine to soothe respiratory ailments and calm nerves, it remains a symbol of springtime vitality.
- Scientific name: Primula veris subsp. veris
- Family: Primulaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Ericales, it is classified under the family Primulaceae and the genus Primula. Specifically, this taxon is identified as the subspecies Primula veris subsp. veris.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Ericales | WCVP |
| Family | Primulaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Primula | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the English common name Cowslip, is identified in Czech as prvosenka jarní pravá and in Slovenian as navadni pomladanski jeglič.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Cowslip | Wikidata |
| cs | prvosenka jarní pravá | Wikidata |
| sl | navadni pomladanski jeglič | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern concentrated across several regions of Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally within the country of Denmark. Its presence extends further north to include the territories of Norway and Finland. Additionally, the species is distributed across the British Isles, specifically in Great Britain and Ireland. Together, these locations define the primary geographical range for this particular subspecies.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known commonly as the primrose, is primarily valued for its delicate blossoms, which appear in early spring. These colorful flowers are the most prominent feature of the Primula veris subsp. veris, serving not only to attract pollinators but also as a key component in traditional herbal preparations. Often used in teas and tinctures, the blossoms contain various bioactive compounds that contribute to the plant's medicinal reputation.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| blossoms | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Primula veris subsp. veris has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include terpenes, tocopherols.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| terpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| tocopherols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |