Epilobium is a genus of flowering plants in the family Onagraceae, containing about 197 species. The genus has a worldwide distribution. It is most prevalent in the subarctic, temperate and subantarctic regions, whereas in the subtropics and tropics Epilobium species are restricted to the cool montane biomes, such as the New Guinea Highlands.
Epilobium
Ripe capsule of Epilobium canum (zauschneria) releasing seed
Epilobium brachycarpum (tall willowherb)
Epilobium canum (zauschneria)
The Onagraceae are a family of flowering plants known as the willowherb family or evening primrose family. They include about 650 species of herbs, shrubs, and trees in 17 genera. The family is widespread, occurring on every continent from boreal to tropical regions.
Onagraceae
Circaea alpina
Epilobium alpestre
Fuchsia 'Cymon'