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Bigfruit Evening Primrose (Oenothera macrocarpa)

Oenothera macrocarpa, the Bigfruit Evening Primrose, is a perennial herb celebrated for its large, bright yellow flowers that bloom in the evening.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained soil. Tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Drought tolerant once established.

Soil

Well-drained soil. Tolerates poor, sandy, or rocky soils.

Temperature

Thrives in moderate temperatures.

Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor

Fertilizer

Fertilize sparingly in spring.

Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.6 m

Spread

0.6-1.2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Semi-dormant in winter

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate to ovate

Flower Size

8-12 cm

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Synonyms
Megapterium macrocarpum (Nutt.) R.R.Gates
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMyrtales
  • familyOnagraceae
  • genusOenothera
  • speciesOenothera macrocarpa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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