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Summary
Physical Characteristics
Oenothera is a ANNUAL/BIENNIAL growing to 0.3 m (1ft).
It is hardy to zone (UK) 5. It is in flower in June. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies), bees. The plant is self-fertile.
It is noted for attracting wildlife.
Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: acid, neutral and basic (alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.
Synonyms
Anogra albicaulis.
Habitats
Edible Uses
Fruit[105, 161]. Another report says that the plant has an edible seedpod[213]. The reports for edible fruit probably mean the seedpod[K]. Seed - cooked[257]. They can be used in soups or can be ground into a powder and then used as a gravy[257]. Root - cooked. Too small to be a staple food, but useful in an emergency, the roots taste best in late autumn, winter and early spring[213]. Leaves and young shoots - cooked[213].
Medicinal Uses
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A poultice of the plant has been used to treat swellings[257]. A decoction of the root has been drunk and used as a lotion on muscle strains[257].
Other Uses
None known
Cultivation details
Prefers a dryish well-drained sandy loam and full sun[1, 200]. Heavy clay soils may induce winter rots[200]. Succeeds in poor soils[200]. The flowers open in the evening, they are richly scented and are very attractive to moths.
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Propagation
Seed - sow in situ from late spring to early summer or in the autumn[200].
Other Names
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Found In
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Weed Potential
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Conservation Status
IUCN Red List of Threatened Plants Status :
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Author
Pursh.
Botanical References
200
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