Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose)

Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) pink flower plant, many small open petals among green leaves.
Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) pink flower petals open wide among thin green leaves on stems.

Botanical name: Oenothera sp.

Common names: Evening Primrose, Suncups, Sundrops

Family: Onagraceae

Origin: Americas

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing

A number of perennial members of the genus are commonly cultivated and used in landscaping.

Similar plants: Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose)


Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) magenta flower close up showing distinct center with thin white pistils
Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) magenta flower with thin white pistils and surrounding green foliage leaves
Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) white flower close up with yellow center and green pistil
Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) white flower with four wide petals and yellow stamens in center
Oenothera macrocarpa (Missouri Evening Primrose) yellow flower, close up on green foliage background.
Oenothera macrocarpa (Missouri Evening Primrose) yellow flower blooming among narrow green leaves.
Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) with yellow flower close up among dark green narrow leaves.
Oenothera sp. (Evening Primrose) yellow flower surrounded by dark green narrow foliage.


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