Diamond Petal Primrose

(Oenothera rhombipetala)

Diamond Petal Primrose (Oenothera rhombipetala)

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Summary

Oenothera rhombipetala, commonly known as Diamond Petal Primrose, is a biennial or annual herb native to the prairies and grasslands of the South Central United States. It typically grows to a height of 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) and a width of 0.3-1 feet (0.09-0.3 meters). The plant features a rosette of lance-shaped leaves and erect stems. Its distinctive four-petaled yellow flowers bloom in the summer, with each petal shaped like a diamond, hence the common name. The flowers open in the evening and are highly attractive to pollinators such as moths.

Diamond Petal Primrose is valued for its drought tolerance and the charming, bright yellow flowers that add a splash of color to wildflower gardens, meadows, and naturalized areas. It is also suitable for xeriscaping due to its low water requirements. Gardeners often use it in borders or as a specimen plant in rock gardens. It thrives in full sun or part shade and prefers well-drained soils. While generally easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to root rot in poorly drained soils.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Herb
  • Height: 1.5-3 feet
  • Width: 0.3-1 feet
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Flower Color: Yellow
  • Flowering Season: Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Low
  • Drainage: Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Fragrant, Hummingbird Garden, Low Maintenance, Rabbit Resistant, Showy Flowers

Natural Habitat

Prairies and grasslands of the South Central United States

Other Names

Common Names: Fourpoint Evening Primrose, Fourpoint Eveningprimrose, Fourpoint Evening-Primrose, Greater Four-Point Evening-Primrose

Scientific Names: , Oenothera rhombipetala, Oenothera heterophylla var. rhombipetala, Raimannia rhombipetala,

GBIF Accepted Name: Oenothera rhombipetala Nutt. ex Torr. & A.Gray