Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Europe, Russia
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
Primula elatior
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Roadsides, sand dunes, Waste areas
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
4-7
5-9
Sunset Zone
A1, A2, A3, H1, H2, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Rosette/Stemless
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Light Yellow
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan
Tan, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
-
Leaf Shape
Oblong
Pinnate
Plant Season
Summer
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Early Summer, Summer, Late Summer
Spring
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground, Pot
Ground
How to Plant?
Divison, Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Low
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs, Do Not over Water, Never Over-water, Requires regular watering, Water more in summer
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves, Remove dead or diseased plant parts
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, fertilize in growing season
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Slugs, Snails
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Variety of soil types
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Yes
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
-
Foliage Texture
Fine
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Insects
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
Abdominal pain, Constipation, Diarrhea, Skin irritation
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
Beautification, Borders, Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
Good for skin, Making cosmetics, Stops hair loss
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Food for insects, Versatility
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
Eczema
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Root
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
Decoration Purposes, Medicinal oil, Showy Purposes, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
Yes
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Edging, Feature Plant, Groundcover, Mixed Border
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
Primula elatior
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Oxlip, true oxlip
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In German
Hohe Schlüsselblume
Pekannuss
In French
La Primevère élevée ou Primevère des bois
Pacanier
In Spanish
Primula elatior
Carya illinoinensis
In Portuguese
Oxlip
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
Oxlip
Orzesznik jadalny
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Myrtales
Juglandales
Family
Onagraceae
Juglandaceae
Genus
Oenothera
Carya Nutt.
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Tribe
Onagreae
Juglandeae
Subfamily
Onagroideae
Juglandoideae
Season and Care of Oxlip and Pecan
Season and care of Oxlip and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Oxlip and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Oxlip season is Summer and Pecan season is Summer. The type of soil for Oxlip is Loam, Sand and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Oxlip is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Oxlip and Pecan Physical Information
Oxlip and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Oxlip height is 30.00 cm and width 25.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Oxlip and Pecan are as follows:
Care of Oxlip and Pecan
Care of Oxlip and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Oxlip pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove dead or diseased plant parts and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Oxlip needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.