Description:
Evening primrose is a member of the rosebay willow herb family. Its country name is derived from the fact that its primrose yellow flowers open mainly in the evening. The seeds from the flowers of the plant are harvested and pressed to release the oil.
Health problems supported and/or suggested by scientific trials using evening primrose oil include premenstrual syndrome, fibrocystic breast pain, eczema, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis and ulcerative colitis. Other conditions for which it may provide benefit include menopause and pregnancy.
