Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
santarii
ID:
1266782

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.Dietr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 64: 461 (1977 publ. 1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266120



Common Names

  • Santar's Oenothera
  • Oenothera Santarii
  • Oenothera Santarii Vines


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Description

Oenothera santarii (also called Santarém Oenothera, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen shrub with a spreading habit and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera santarii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oenothera santarii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera santarii is a perennial plant native to South America. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Division of established plants can also be done in spring.

Where to Find Oenothera santarii

Oenothera santarii is found in Argentina.

Oenothera santarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera santarii?

Oenothera santarii

What is the common name of Oenothera santarii?

Santarém evening primrose

What type of plant is Oenothera santarii?

Herbaceous perennial

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,

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