Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
podocarpa
ID:
1345439

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wooton & Standl.) Krakos & W.L.Wagner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 28: 68. 2013 [7 Nov 2013] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001357893



Common Names

  • Oenothera podocarpa
  • Desert Evening Primrose
  • Fringed Evening Primrose


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Description

Oenothera podocarpa (also called Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is an annual or perennial herb native to North America. It has thin, erect stems and narrow, linear leaves. It grows in dry, open areas such as prairies and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera podocarpa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oenothera podocarpa has white flowers that are clustered in a terminal panicle. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera podocarpa is an annual herb that is native to the Mediterranean region. It can be propagated by seed. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Oenothera podocarpa

Oenothera podocarpa is native to South America and can be found in Peru, Bolivia, and Ecuador.

Oenothera podocarpa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera podocarpa?

Oenothera podocarpa

What type of plant is Oenothera podocarpa?

It is an annual herb

Where does Oenothera podocarpa grow?

It grows in the western United States

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

IPNI record: 77133476-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001337360
IPNI record: 77133596-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001357895
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Elmer Ottis Wooton (1865-1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wooton' in the authors string.
Kyra N. Krakos: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krakos' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77133476-1: Originally associated with wfo-0001337360