South American Evening Primrose (Oenothera Pubescens) is a perennial herb in the Onagraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A perennial or annual herbaceous plant in the evening primrose family, native to the Southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America.

South American Evening Primrose

South American Evening Primrose

Oenothera Pubescens

A perennial or annual herbaceous plant in the evening primrose family, native to the Southwestern United States, Mexico, Central America, and parts of South America.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
7-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

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

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for South American 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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Onagraceae
Genus:Oenothera
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