Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nutans
ID:
1088690

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.F.Atk. & Bartlett

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Rhodora 15: 83 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001088028



Common Names

  • Oenothera Nutans
  • Nodding Evening Primrose
  • Nodding Primrose


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Description

Oenothera nutans (also called Nodding Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to western North America. It has a single, erect stem with yellow flowers and small, linear leaves. It grows in dry, open areas, such as grasslands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera nutans is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it produces attractive and colorful flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oenothera nutans is white and has a yellow center. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera nutans is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It is easy to propagate from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks.

Where to Find Oenothera nutans

Oenothera nutans is native to dry, rocky areas of the western United States, from California to Texas.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-23202238: Based on the initial data import
Harley Harris Bartlett (1886-1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bartlett' in the authors string.
George Francis Atkinson (1854-1918): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.F.Atk.' in the authors string.