Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
berlandieri
ID:
390235

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Spach) Walp.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1843

Citation Micro:
Repert. Bot. Syst. (Walpers) 2: 85. 1843

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389567



Common Names

  • Oenothera berlandieri
  • Berlandier's Evening Primrose
  • Berlandier's Suncup


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Description

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

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oenothera berlandieri sub. pinifolia (Engelm. ex A.Gray) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oenothera berlandieri 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 berlandieri 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 berlandieri

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

Oenothera berlandieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera berlandieri?

Oenothera berlandieri

What are the common names of Oenothera berlandieri?

Gulf Coast Evening Primrose, Mexican Evening Primrose

What is the range of Oenothera berlandieri?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2399192: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Édouard Spach (1801-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spach' in the authors string.