Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cinerea
ID:
1282075

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wooton & Standl.) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 83: 211 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281413



Common Names

  • Oenothera Cinerea
  • Cinerea Evening Primrose
  • Gray Evening Primrose


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Description

Oenothera cinerea (also called Ashy evening primrose, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the southwestern United States. It has a basal rosette of leaves and yellow flowers. It grows in desert shrublands, woodlands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera cinerea is used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a food source, for its edible fruits and leaves. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oenothera cinerea sub. parksii (Munz) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oenothera cinerea is a white four-petaled bloom with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera cinerea is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not overly wet. It should be fertilized every two to three weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oenothera cinerea

Oenothera cinerea is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Panama.

Oenothera cinerea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera cinerea?

Oenothera cinerea

What is the common name of Oenothera cinerea?

Ashy evening primrose

Where is Oenothera cinerea found?

It is found in the deserts of the southwestern United States

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

Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Elmer Ottis Wooton (1865-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wooton' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.