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Red-stemmed evening primrose (lat. Oenothera rubricaulis) - a representative of the Enotera genus, belonging to the Cyprian family. In nature, it is found in almost all European countries, on the territory of the Russian Federation and many Asian countries. Typical habitats are roadsides, lake and river banks, railway embankments. It is important to note that the species in question appeared as a result of an inexplicable mutation of the most popular species - biennial evening primrose (lat. Oenothera biennis). Many people often confuse it with a relative, but there is a difference.
Characteristics of culture
Red-stemmed evening primrose is represented by biennial plants up to 150 cm high. They are characterized by erect stems, which are slightly branched in the lower part and have a red color. By the way, it is the color of the stem that is the main difference between the species under consideration and the biennial evening primrose. Along the entire surface, the stem is covered with long hard hairs, often on it there are streaks and dots that are more saturated in color.
The foliage is wide, lanceolate, pubescent, flat, less often corrugated, has a finely toothed edge. An interesting feature of the foliage is the presence of a red vein in the middle. Red-stemmed evening primrose flowers are yellow, 4-6 cm in diameter, petals are obverse-heart-shaped. The fruits are represented by green capsules up to 3 cm long, endowed with red veins and pubescent rigid glandular hairs.
Application in traditional medicine
An infusion of evening primrose is recommended for use with diarrhea. They also proved to be effective in the treatment of cough and kidney disease. It is also advised for problems of the gastrointestinal tract. The oil obtained from the red-stemmed evening primrose has shown itself well in restoring the elasticity of blood vessels and in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases. However, it is important to remember that infusion and oil have contraindications, so it is extremely important to consult a doctor before using.
Growing features
Red-stemmed evening primrose is grown most often in a seedling way. Sowing is carried out in seedling boxes at the end of March. To exclude diving, it is better to sow seeds in boxes at a distance of 5-7 cm from each other. Glass or film will help speed up the process of spitting seeds. They are regularly removed for ventilation and watering. Plants are transplanted into open ground in May, when the threat of night frosts has passed. The optimum distance between plants is 50 cm.
Also among gardeners and florists, the vegetative method of reproduction is popular, namely the division of the bush, because in the process of growth, the root system gives a huge amount of growth. The bushes are dug up, divided into parts and transplanted to a new place at a distance of 50 cm from each other. The main thing is to provide the dealers with regular care: watering, loosening the soil, removing weeds.
Red-stemmed evening primrose can hardly be called a whimsical culture. She calmly tolerates drought and lack of fertilizing. However, in order to achieve active flowering, it is important to consider several requirements. It is recommended to plant plants in sunny areas, it is possible to place evening primrose in areas with diffused light. The soils should be loose, well-permeable, deep groundwater is encouraged. It is not recommended to plant a crop in areas with heavy clayey, waterlogged and waterlogged soils.
Care features
Grooming consists of simple steps. First of all, loosening the soil as compaction appears, the plant does not like them. The second manipulation is watering. They are also carried out as needed, but avoiding waterlogging. Red-stemmed evening primrose, and other representatives of the genus, has a negative attitude to excess moisture. Top dressing is welcome, but you do not need to part with it. Enough spring feeding and feeding at the time of flower formation.
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