Sakura-So
Primula sieboldii
Family: Primulaceae
What it is like
A herb. It keeps growing from year to year. It grows 30 cm high and spreads 30-60 cm wide. It has a ring of leaves near the base. The leaves are heart shaped at the base and have coarse teeth. The flowers are white, pink or purple. They are in small heads.
There are about 400 Primula species.
Where it is found
A temperate plant. In north China it grows in wet areas in forests. It suits hardiness zones 5-9.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, Japan, Korea, Russia, Siberia, Slovenia
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Leaves