EVENING PRIMROSE

Oenothera biennis (Annual,Biennial in warm climates) Tall and bushy with lemon scented yellow flowers. The tap root and young leaves are edible. An infusion of these parts has stimulating effects on the liver, spleen and digestive system. The seed oil, which contains gammalinoleic acid, has been used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, PMS, hyperactivity, eczema and acne. Zones 5-9. +200 seeds