Primula weiliei (Primulaceae), a new species from Hubei, Central China

Researchers have identified and described Primula weiliei, a new species of Primula from the Shennongjia Forestry District in Hubei Province, Central China. This discovery belongs to the section Aleuritia and is characterized by its dwarf, hairless habit, long petiole, fruits longer than calyx, and farina-covered scape. While it shares similarities with P. gemmifera and P. munroi subsp. yargongensis, Primula weiliei distinguishes itself through smaller calyxes, homostylous flowers, a corolla tube throat lacking annular appendage, and inflorescences with only 1–2 flowers. Based on IUCN Red List criteria, the species is classified as Critically Endangered (CR), highlighting its urgent conservation status.

Yang, L.-S., Wu, Z.-K., Liang, H.-W., Zhang, M.-H., Zhang, X.-C., Peng, S., & Hu, G.-W. (2024). Primula weiliei (Primulaceae), a new species from Hubei, Central China. PhytoKeys, 242, 1–8. https://doi.org/10.3897/phytokeys.242.119351