Primula angustifolia
(Alpine Primrose)
Primula angustifolia, Crystal Lakes, Summit Co. 6243
Primula angustifolia, Crystal Lakes, Summit Co. 6261
Primula angustifolia, Upper Crystal Lake, Summit Co. 0946
Primula angustifolia, Upper Crystal Lake, Summit Co. 0962
Primula angustifolia, Loveland Pass, Clear Creek Co. 6844
| Scientific Name | Primula angustifolia | USDA PLANTS Symbol | PRAN |
| Common Name | Alpine Primrose | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 24017 |
| Family | Primulaceae (Primrose) | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Montane to alpine (9500 to 14500 ft.); rocky locations, tundra. Plant: Very short, erect perennial 3/8 to 2-3/4 inches tall, single stems or clumps. Leaves: Basal linear-lanceolate to narrowly oblanceolate leaves 3/4 to 2 inches long, fleshy, smooth. Inflorescence: One or two deep pink flowers 1/2 to 3/4 inch across with yellow centers and 5 notched petals. Bloom Period: July and August. References: "Wildflowers of Colorado Field Guide" by Mammoser and Tekiela, "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield and "A Guide to Rocky Mountain Plants" by Nelson and Williams. |
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Colorado Status: Native |
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