Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suffrutescens
ID:
1282096

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ser.) W.L.Wagner & Hoch

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. Monogr. 83: 214 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281434



Common Names

  • Oenothera Suffrutescens
  • Suffrutescens Evening Primrose
  • Shrubby Evening Primrose


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Uses & Benefits

Oenothera suffrutescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Oenothera suffrutescens has white flowers with four petals. The flowers are followed by small, black, round fruits. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera suffrutescens is a tropical plant native to South America. It can be propagated from cuttings or by division. It prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in a well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not overly wet. It should be fertilized every two to three weeks with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Oenothera suffrutescens

Oenothera suffrutescens can be found in the western United States, including California, Nevada, Utah, and Arizona.

Oenothera suffrutescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera suffrutescens?

Oenothera suffrutescens

What is the common name of Oenothera suffrutescens?

Shrubby evening primrose

Where is Oenothera suffrutescens found?

It is found in the deserts of the southwestern 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

Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Nicolas Charles Seringe (1776-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ser.' in the authors string.
Peter C. Hoch (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hoch' in the authors string.