Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Species:
chamaenerioides
ID:
509841

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Gray) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Source:
cmp

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 83: 209 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000509173



Common Names

  • Eremothera chamaenerioides
  • Chamaenerioides Eremothera
  • Chamaenerioides Violet


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Synonyms

  • Oenothera chamaenerioides A.Gray [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma chamaenerioides Small [unknown]
  • Camissonia chamaenerioides (A.Gray ex S.Watson) P.H.Raven [unknown]
  • Oenothera erythra (Davidson) J.F.Macbr. [unknown]
  • Sphaerostigma erythrum Davidson [unknown]

Description

Eremothera chamaenerioides (also called Chamaenerioid Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with narrow, toothed leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to the western United States and Canada, and is found in dry, sandy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Eremothera chamaenerioides has been used as an ornamental plant and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Eremothera chamaenerioides has small yellow flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Eremothera chamaenerioides can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a mix of sand and peat moss. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Eremothera chamaenerioides

Eremothera chamaenerioides is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It can be found in dry, rocky areas and open woodlands.

Eremothera chamaenerioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Eremothera chamaenerioides?

Eremothera chamaenerioides

What is the common name of Eremothera chamaenerioides?

Chamaenerioides Evening Primrose

Where is Eremothera chamaenerioides found?

It is found in the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Species in the Onagraceae family

Camissonia bolanderi, Camissonia dominguez-escalantorum, Camissonia bairdii, Camissonia benitensis, Camissonia breviflora, Camissonia campestris, Camissonia contorta, Camissonia dentata, Camissonia integrifolia, Camissonia kernensis, Camissonia lacustris, Camissonia ovata, Camissonia parvula, Camissonia pubens, Camissonia pusilla, Camissonia sierrae, Camissonia strigulosa, Camissonia subacaulis, Camissonia tanacetifolia, Camissonia contorta, Camissoniopsis bistorta, Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia, Camissoniopsis confusa, Camissoniopsis guadalupensis, Camissoniopsis hardhamiae, Camissoniopsis hirtella, Camissoniopsis ignota, Camissoniopsis intermedia, Camissoniopsis lewisii, Camissoniopsis luciae, Camissoniopsis micrantha, Camissoniopsis pallida, Camissoniopsis proavita, Camissoniopsis robusta, Chylismia atwoodii, Chylismia confertiflora, Chylismia eastwoodiae, Chylismia exilis, Chylismia megalantha, Chylismia munzii, Chylismia specicola, Chylismia arenaria, Chylismia brevipes, Chylismia cardiophylla, Chylismia claviformis, Chylismia heterochroma, Chylismia parryi, Chylismia scapoidea, Chylismia walkeri, Chylismiella pterosperma,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2607070: Based on the initial data import
Asa Gray (1810-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gray' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.