Primula elatior (Oxlip) — Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 2020

HA-0051 · Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 03/2020, Julian Auch

Primula elatior (Oxlip) — Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 2020

HA-0052 · Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 03/2020, Julian Auch

Primula elatior (Oxlip) — detail, Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 2020

Backlit, Detail, Pliezhausen, Germany, 03/2020, Julian Auch

Primula elatior (Oxlip) — Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 2020

HA-0053 · Backlit, Pliezhausen, Germany, 03/2020, Julian Auch

Primula elatior (Oxlip) — Pressed, Pliezhausen, Germany, 2020

HA-0054 · Pressed, Pliezhausen, Germany, 03/2020, Julian Auch

Primula elatior (Oxlip) — detail, Pressed, Pliezhausen, Germany, 2020

Pressed, Detail, Pliezhausen, Germany, 03/2020, Julian Auch

Primula elatior (Oxlip) — Photograph, Murnau, Germany, 2026

HA-0247 · Photograph, Murnau, Germany, 04/2026, Julian Auch

OxlipPrimula elatior

Primula elatior, commonly known as the oxlip, is a perennial wildflower native to central and northern Europe. It is recognized by its soft, pale yellow, nodding flowers arranged in a loose cluster atop a slender stem, emerging early in spring. The species name elatior, meaning “taller,” reflects its more upright stature compared to its close relatives, the primrose and cowslip. Oxlip populations are strongly tied to ancient, undisturbed woodlands, making the plant an indicator of long-standing forest ecosystems. Its early nectar supports queen bumblebees at a critical moment after winter.

Scientific Name

Primula elatior

Family

Order

Ericales

Lifespan

Perennial

Blossom Color

Yellow

Blossom Symmetry

Radial

Phyllotaxis

Whorled

Techniques

Backlit, Pressed, Photograph

Specimens

HA-0051, HA-0052, HA-0053, HA-0054, HA-0247

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