Oenothera odorata (Onagraceae)

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Oenothera odorata
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The Oenothera odorata plant species is found in Southern S. America - Chile. It is a member of the Onagraceae family. Some home gardeners know the variety as O. sulphurea. Auct. Raimannia odorata.

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Latin Name:  Oenothera odorata
Family:  Onagraceae
Author:  Jacq.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.9   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Not known

Cultivation Notes: Prefers a dryish well-drained sandy loam and full sun[1, 200]. Heavy clay soils may induce winter rots[200]. Succeeds in poor soils. The flowers open in the evening, they are richly scented and are very attractive to moths.

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