Plains Evening Primrose (Camissonia Contorta) is a annual herb in the Onagraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Camissonia contorta is an annual herb native to western North America, particularly California, characterized by slender, bending to curling red or green stems and small yellow flowers.

Plains Evening Primrose

Plains Evening Primrose

Camissonia Contorta

Camissonia contorta is an annual herb native to western North America, particularly California, characterized by slender, bending to curling red or green stems and small yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Plains Evening Primrose

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Onagraceae
Genus:Camissonia