Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
brevipetala
ID:
1247172

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Dietr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 64: 604 (1977 publ. 1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001246510



Common Names

  • Oenothera brevipetala
  • Oenothera
  • Brevipetala


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Description

Oenothera brevipetala (also called Short-petalled Oenothera, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Australia. It has white flowers and grows in dry sclerophyll forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera brevipetala is a popular ornamental plant due to its showy, yellow flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover or in containers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oenothera brevipetala is white, with five petals and yellow stamens. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera brevipetala can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment with plenty of light.

Where to Find Oenothera brevipetala

Oenothera brevipetala is native to the western United States and northern Mexico.

Oenothera brevipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera brevipetala?

Oenothera brevipetala

What is the common name of Oenothera brevipetala?

Short-petalled Evening Primrose

What is the natural habitat of Oenothera brevipetala?

Oenothera brevipetala is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

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,

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