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velvetweed

Oenothera curtiflora

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Myrtales ›Family: Onagraceae ›Genus: Oenothera

About

Oenothera curtiflora (syn. Gaura parviflora), known as velvetweed, velvety gaura, downy gaura, or smallflower gaura, is a species of flowering plant native to the central United States and northern Mexico, from Nebraska and Wyoming south to Durango and Nuevo Leon.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of velvetweed?
The scientific name of velvetweed is Oenothera curtiflora.
What kingdom does velvetweed belong to?
velvetweed belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does velvetweed belong to?
velvetweed belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does velvetweed belong to?
velvetweed belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does velvetweed belong to?
velvetweed belongs to the order Myrtales.
What family does velvetweed belong to?
velvetweed belongs to the family Onagraceae.
What genus does velvetweed belong to?
velvetweed belongs to the genus Oenothera.