Primulina halongensis
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Asterids |
| Order: | Lamiales |
| Family: | Gesneriaceae |
| Genus: | Primulina |
| Species: | P. halongensis |
| Binomial name | |
| Primulina halongensis | |
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Primulina halongensis is a plant in the family Gesneriaceae, native to Vietnam. The specific epithet halongensis is for Hạ Long Bay, where the species is found.[3] It was formerly placed in the genus Chirita.[1]
Description
Primulina halongensis grows as a perennial herb. Its brittle leaves are glabrous.The inflorescences bear up to 30 purple flowers and measure up to 26 cm (10 in) long. The fruit is reddish brown.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Primulina halongensis is endemic to Vietnam, where it is confined to the islands of Hạ Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its habitat is in cracks and rocks near the sea to exposed scree higher up on the limestone islands.[3]
References
- ^ a b Nguyen, T.H. (2012). "Primulina halongensis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2012: e.T201823A2720792. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2012.RLTS.T201823A2720792.en. Retrieved 20 November 2021.
- ^ a b "Primulina halongensis". Plants of the World Online. Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Retrieved 11 July 2021.
- ^ a b c Nguyen, Tien Hiep; Kiew, R. (2000). "New and interesting plants from Ha Long Bay, Vietnam" (PDF). Gardens' Bulletin Singapore. 52 (1). National Parks Board, Singapore Botanic Gardens: 189–191. Retrieved 11 July 2021.