Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
perennis
ID:
390007

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1759

Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. ed. 10 , 2: 998 (1759)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000389339



Common Names

  • Perennial Evening Primrose
  • Common Evening Primrose
  • Large-Flowered Evening Primrose


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Synonyms

  • Kneiffia michauxii Spach [unknown]
  • Oenothera perennis rectipilis S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Oenothera perennis perennis [unknown]
  • Kneiffia perennis Pennell [unknown]
  • Oenothera pumila L. [unknown]
  • Oenothera chrysantha Michx. [unknown]
  • Oenothera pusilla Michx. [unknown]
  • Oenothera pumila rectipilis S.F.Blake [unknown]
  • Kneiffia pumila Spach [unknown]
  • Oenothera pumila chrysantha Gordinier & Howe [unknown]
  • Oenothera gracilis Schrad. ex Fisch. & C.A.Mey. [unknown]
  • Oenothera pumila pusila (Michx.) Torr. & A.Gray [unknown]
  • Oenothera perennis rectipilis (S.F.Blake) B.Boivin [unknown]

Description

Oenothera perennis (also called 'Perennial Evening Primrose', among many other common names) is an annual herbaceous plant native to North America. It has yellow flowers and grows in dry, sandy soils and in open, sunny areas.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera perennis 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 perennis is small, yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is a small, hard, black seed. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera perennis is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. Water regularly and fertilize monthly during the growing season.

Where to Find Oenothera perennis

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

Oenothera perennis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera perennis?

Oenothera perennis

What is the common name of Oenothera perennis?

Perennial Evening Primrose

What is the natural habitat of Oenothera perennis?

Grasslands

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