Common evening primrose

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Fragrant and showy, Oenothera biennis (Common Evening Primrose) is an erect biennial featuring large, bowl-shaped, lemon-scented, yellow flowers, up to 2 in. across (5 cm), at the top of a stiff, purple-tinged flower stem. Blooming profusely from early summer to early fall, the flowers open in the evening and remain open through late morning. They rise on leafy, branched stems from a basal rosette of oblong, long medium green leaves.

True to its name, common evening primrose is the most common and widespread evening primrose in Missouri. It is most noticeable late in the season, when it reaches its greatest height and the flowers at the top are most visible.

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Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) Opening its pretty yellow blooms rapidly at twilight, often a spectacular visual, gives the delicately fragrant flower the name Evening primrose, or perhaps it …

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Evening Primrose is considered a loved wildflower to some and an annoying weed to others. In historical folklore, evening primrose are said to represent fickleness. Those practicing witchcraft also recommended using the plant while bathing to increase desirability to potential lovers and friends. Oil from the leaves and seeds can be used in creams to aid in healing and relieve itching and redness of skin caused by eczema, wounds, or burns. Ingesting the oil has also been found to improve…

Evening primrose (Oenothera biennis) is a common edible wildflower that's popular with foragers, since it's edible tip to root. The roots and leaves are available in early spring, the edible flowers bloom all summer long,

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Evening primrose is a cute edible plant that can add variety to your diet - and a ton of nutritional benefits.