About Oenothera triloba Nutt.
Scientific Classification and Common Names
Oenothera triloba, commonly known as stemless evening primrose and sessile evening primrose, is a flowering plant belonging to the primrose family.
Native Distribution
It is native to North America, and is primarily distributed across northern Mexico and the south-central United States.
Habitat Preferences
It grows in dry open habitats including glades, prairies, and occasionally lawns, and it seems to grow better in areas with soil disturbance.
Life Cycle and Flowering Traits
It is a winter annual that produces large yellow flowers in spring, and its flowers open around sunset.
Ethnomedicinal Uses
Among the Zuni people, this plant is an ingredient in schumaakwe cakes, and is used externally to treat rheumatism and swelling.
Ethnofood Uses
Zuni people also grind its roots to use as food.
