Kingdom Plantae Family Onagraceae Scientific name Oenothera macrocarpa Rank Species | Order Myrtales Genus Oenothera Higher classification Evening-primroses | |
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Similar Evening‑primroses, Oenothera fruticosa, Oenothera speciosa, Onagraceae, Omphalodes verna | ||
Oenothera macrocarpa, the bigfruit evening primrose, Ozark sundrop, Missouri evening primrose, is an herbaceous plant in the evening primrose family. It is native to Mexico and the south-central United States, where it is found in calcareous prairies and limestone outcrops.
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Description
This is a perennial herb that produces 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.
Uses
The seeds pods are often used in flower arrangements. This plant is also grown in gardens for its flowers.
Taxonomy
There are five commonly accepted subspecies. These are:
