Oenothera maysillesii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maysillesii
ID:
390374
Status:
valid
Authors:
Munz
Source:
ksu
Year:
1960
Citation Micro:
Aliso 4: 490 (1960)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389706
Common Names
- Maysilles' Evening Primrose
- Maysilles Evening Primrose
- Maysilles' Evening-Primrose
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Oenothera maysillesii (also called Maysilles' Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the United States and Canada. It is found in dry habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Oenothera maysillesii is used in landscaping and as a garden ornamental. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Oenothera maysillesii is white with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Oenothera maysillesii is an annual plant that can be propagated through seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Oenothera maysillesii
Oenothera maysillesii can be found in the grasslands of North America, particularly in the Great Plains.
Oenothera maysillesii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Oenothera maysillesii?
Oenothera maysillesii
What are the common names of Oenothera maysillesii?
Evening primrose and evening star
What is the growth habit of Oenothera maysillesii?
It is an annual or biennial herb with a taproot
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
Philip A. Munz (1892-1974): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Munz' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:173171-2: Based on the initial data import