Oenothera macrocarpa
| Oenothera macrocarpa | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| (unranked): | Angiosperms |
| (unranked): | Eudicots |
| (unranked): | Rosids |
| Order: | Myrtales |
| Family: | Onagraceae |
| Genus: | Oenothera |
| Species: | O. macrocarpa |
| Binomial name | |
| Oenothera macrocarpa Nutt. | |
Oenothera macrocarpa, the bigfruit evening primrose,[1] Ozark sundrop, Missouri evening primrose, is a perennial flowering plant in the evening primrose family of the genus Oenothera. It is native to the United States.
Description
This is a perennial herb producing a red stem 6-12 in. (15-30 cm) in height. The large (3 inch) wide flowers are cup shaped, canary yellow and have a mild fragrance. They are produced in great numbers from early to mid summer. Leaves are dark green and lanceolate, and bunched along the trailing stem. The seed pods are 4-winged and 2 to 3 inch long and are often used in flower arrangements.
Habitat
Hardy to zones 3 to 7. Has a trailing nature and is drought tolerant.
Cultivation
Cultivars include Yellow Queen.
References
- ↑ "Oenothera macrocarpa". Natural Resources Conservation Service PLANTS Database. USDA. Retrieved 29 January 2016.
Sources
- Missouri Botanical Garden
- Perennial Resource: Oenothera missouriensis
- Karen's Garden Tips: Oenothera missouriensis
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