Evening Primrose

Description

Evening primrose plants, also know as by common names including the Evening star or Sun drop, almost all parts of the evening primrose are edible and medically or cosmetically applicable. This includes the roots, leaves, blossoms, flower buds and seeds. Traditionally used the whole plant and especially the leaves were boiled to tea by Native American tribes as a stimulant to treat laziness. The tribes also used the roots externally to treat piles and boils. Additionally, they were chewed and rubbed onto the muscles to improve strength. Rich in omega-6 essential fatty acids, evening primrose oil can also be made from this plant.

Oenothera biennis blooms with yellow flowers in late summer, right through to autumn.

Available as evening primrose seed, plugs, and pots.