Primula

Primula, or primrose, is a large genus of flowering plants in the Primulaceae family, known for vibrant early blooms like the common primrose (P. vulgaris) and cowslip (P. veris), prized ornamentals with diverse colors (pink, yellow, purple, white) thriving in cool, temperate zones, used in traditional medicine, and cultivated as popular houseplants or garden flowers, requiring well-drained soil, light, and specific care for pests and watering.