Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
tubicula
ID:
1242957

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
tro

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Smithsonian Contr. Knowl. 3(5): 71 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001242295



Common Names

  • Tubicula Oenothera
  • Oenothera Tubicula
  • Tubular Oenothera


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Description

Oenothera tubicula (also called Tubular Evening Primrose, among many other common names) is an annual herb that grows up to 15 cm tall. It is native to Mexico, and is typically found in grasslands, shrublands, and forests.

Uses & Benefits

Oenothera tubicula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Oenothera tubicula sub. strigulosa (Towner) W.L.Wagner & Hoch
Oenothera tubicula sub. tubicula

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Oenothera tubicula are small and white, with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Oenothera tubicula is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be propagated by division or by seed. Division should be done in the spring or fall. Seeds should be sown in the spring and kept moist until germination occurs. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Oenothera tubicula

Oenothera tubicula is native to the United States and can be found in the states of California and Oregon.

Oenothera tubicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Oenothera tubicula?

Oenothera tubicula

What is the common name of Oenothera tubicula?

Tubular evening primrose

What is the habitat of Oenothera tubicula?

Oenothera tubicula is found in open woods, grassy meadows, and roadsides

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,