Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
odorata
ID:
390338

Status:
valid

Authors:
Jacq.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1795

Citation Micro:
Icon. Pl. Rar. 3: 3, t: 456 (1795)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389670



Common Names

  • Fragrant Evening Primrose
  • Fragrant Evening-Primrose
  • Fragrant Evening Primrose


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Description

Oenothera odorata (also called Fragrant 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 odorata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also known to be a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Oenothera odorata is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera odorata is a perennial herb. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is tolerant of drought and can tolerate light shade.

Where to Find Oenothera odorata

Oenothera odorata is found in North America, from Saskatchewan to Nova Scotia.

Oenothera odorata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera odorata?

Oenothera odorata

What is the common name of Oenothera odorata?

Fragrant evening primrose

What is the natural habitat of Oenothera odorata?

Oenothera odorata 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,