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“Life is short, so embrace people and love them with all that you have, regardless of how they treat you. Have confidence in yourself. Be proud of who you are. Admit when you are wrong. Be patient. Care for others who can't take care of themselves...These are certainly the lessons I'll carry with me every day.”
-Peace Corps Volunteer Beth Burnham '02
Oenothera primiveris
Onagraceae
Height: Up to 4'
Leaves: 4" long and grayish-green. They are pinnatley lobed, hairy and form basal rosettes.
Flowers/Fruit: In bloom February to May. The flowers are yellow when young and orange-red when mature. They are 2" wide and have 4 notched petals forming a cup. They open in the evening and close in the morning.
Form/Habitat: Below 4,500'. Found in dry and open areas.
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