Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
drawertii
ID:
390100

Status:
valid

Authors:
Renner ex Rostański

Source:
ksu

Year:
1966

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Acad. Sci. Hung. 12: 341 (1966)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389432



Common Names

  • Drawert's Evening Primrose
  • Drawert Primrose
  • Drawert's Primrose


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Synonyms

  • Oenothera hoelscheri Renner ex Rostański [unknown]
  • Oenothera hoelscheri albinervis Rostański [invalid]
  • Oenothera hoelscheri rubricalyx Rostański [unknown]

Description

Oenothera drawertii (also called Drawert's evening primrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, where it is found in grasslands and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera drawertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a cut flower for bouquets and arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oenothera drawertii 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 drawertii is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in spring or autumn. Seeds should be sown in spring in a light, well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, it is relatively drought tolerant and requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Oenothera drawertii

Oenothera drawertii is native to North America and can be found in the prairies and open woodlands of the Midwest.

Oenothera drawertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera drawertii?

Oenothera drawertii

What is the common name of Oenothera drawertii?

Drawert's Evening Primrose

What is the natural habitat of Oenothera drawertii?

Dry, sandy, or gravelly soils

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

Krzysztof Rostański (1930-2012): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rostański' in the authors string.
Otto Renner (1883-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Renner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:613678-1: Based on the initial data import