Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
anomala
ID:
390222

Status:
valid

Authors:
Curtis

Source:
ksu

Year:
1797

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. 11: t. 388 (1797)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389554



Common Names

  • Oenothera anomala
  • Variable Evening Primrose
  • Variable Suncup


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Description

Oenothera anomala (also called Sanddune Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States and Canada. It is found in dry habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera anomala is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oenothera anomala are yellow and have four petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera anomala is a perennial herb. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate light shade.

Where to Find Oenothera anomala

Oenothera anomala is found in North America, from Saskatchewan to Nova Scotia.

Oenothera anomala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera anomala?

Oenothera anomala

What are the common names of Oenothera anomala?

None

What is the range of Oenothera anomala?

North America, from British Columbia to Saskatchewan, south to California and New Mexico

Species in the Oenothera genus

Oenothera breedlovei, Oenothera braunii, Oenothera tetraptera, Oenothera perennis, Oenothera picensis, Oenothera tamrae, Oenothera tafiensis, Oenothera polgarii, Oenothera epilobiifolia, Oenothera glazioviana, Oenothera elata, Oenothera drawertii, Oenothera laciniata, Oenothera longiflora, Oenothera heiniana, Oenothera grandiflora, Oenothera affinis, Oenothera clavifera, Oenothera anomala, Oenothera biennis, Oenothera berlandieri, Oenothera villosa, Oenothera stubbei, Oenothera parviflora, Oenothera odorata, Oenothera oakesiana, Oenothera purpurans, Oenothera pennellii, Oenothera muelleri, Oenothera moravica, Oenothera maysillesii, Oenothera magallanica, Oenothera murdockii, Oenothera seifrizii, Oenothera speciosa, Oenothera stricta, Oenothera rosea, Oenothera riskindii, Oenothera arida, Oenothera gaura, Oenothera glaucifolia, Oenothera patriciae, Oenothera sinuosa, Oenothera fallax, Oenothera fruticosa, Oenothera nuttallii, Oenothera acutissima, Oenothera catharinensis, Oenothera centaureifolia, Oenothera coquimbensis,

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,