Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
moravica
ID:
390365

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.Jehlík & Rostański

Source:
ksu

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Folia Geobot. Phytotax. 30: 440 (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389697



Common Names

  • Moravian Evening Primrose
  • Moravian Evening-Primrose
  • Moravian Evening Primrose


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Description

Oenothera moravica (also called Moravian Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to Europe and Asia. It is found in dry habitats, including deserts, grasslands, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera moravica is used in landscaping and as a garden ornamental. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oenothera moravica has small, yellow flowers with four petals and four sepals. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera moravica 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 moravica

Oenothera moravica can be found in the grasslands of Central and Eastern Europe.

Oenothera moravica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera moravica?

Oenothera moravica

What is the common name of Oenothera moravica?

Moravian evening primrose

What is the natural habitat of Oenothera moravica?

Oenothera moravica is native to the tropical deciduous forests of Mexico.

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.
Vladimír Jehlík (b.1940): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.Jehlík' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:986499-1: Based on the initial data import