Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispida
ID:
1409195

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Benth.) W.L.Wagner, Hoch & Zarucchi

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 50: 26. 2015 [27 May 2015] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001421660





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Description

Oenothera hispida (also called 'Hairy Evening Primrose', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Onagraceae. It is native to North America, and is found in a variety of habitats, including grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas. It is an annual or biennial herb, growing up to 60 cm tall, with linear leaves and small, yellow, four-petaled flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera hispida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for soil stabilization and as a windbreak. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat fever, headache, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oenothera hispida has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera hispida is a short-lived perennial that is best grown from seed. Sow the seed in a sunny location in well-drained soil. The seed should be sown in the spring and the plants will bloom in the summer. The plants should be divided every few years to keep them healthy.

Where to Find Oenothera hispida

Oenothera hispida is found in the western United States and northern Mexico.

Oenothera hispida FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera hispida?

Oenothera hispida

What is the common name of Oenothera hispida?

Hairy evening primrose

Where is Oenothera hispida found?

It is found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil

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

George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
James Lee Zarucchi (1952-2019): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zarucchi' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.