| Oenothera missouriensis | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Division: | Magnoliophyta |
| Class: | Magnoliopsida |
| Order: | Myrtales |
| Family: | Onagraceae |
| Genus: | Oenothera |
| Species: | O. missouriensis |
| Binomial name | |
| Oenothera missouriensis |
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Oenothera missouriensis (Missouri Evening Primrose, Ozark Sundrop) is a perennial flowering plant in the evening primrose family. It is native to the United States.
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This is a perennial herb producing a red stem 6-12 in. (15-30 cm) in height. The large (3 inch) wide flowers are cup shaped, canary yellow and have a mild fragrance. They are produced in great numbers from early to mid summer. Leaves are dark green and lanceolate, and bunched along the trailing stem. The seed pods are 4-winged and 2 to 3 inch long and are often used in flower arrangements.
Hardy to zones 4a to 8b. May be invasive. Has a trailing nature and is drought tolerant.
Cultivars include Yellow Queen.