An Alpine primula from which a wide range of flowering cultivars have been developed. It has leaves that supposedly resemble bears' ears.
耳状报春花。亦称BEAR'S EAR
Primula auricula, family Primulaceae
Also called bear's ear
Example sentencesExamples
Included at the show will be displays of daffodils and tulips, auriculas and primulas, bonsai and alpines with members of the National Auricula and Primula Society exhibiting top quality plants.
Favorite plants such as roses, lilies, poppies, auriculas, and passionflowers are found on examples of penwork datable to the 1820s, 1830s, and 1840s.
The little auriculas are blooming in their cold frame.
Origin
Mid 17th century: from Latin, diminutive of auris 'ear'.