Sounds like Evening Primrose, but I would need the photo to be sure. Mike

Here is a link with a picture of the moonflower. Notice the leaves.

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The flowers look like evening primrose, but I've never seen leaves of that type. I will research it further. Does it grow wild outside in your area?

Could it be Hieracium, aka hawkweed? I believe the flowers open as you describe. Some species are invasive; be careful!

It's Oenothera triloba, Stemless Evening-Primrose!!
I finally widened my search to 'wildflowers' and finally nailed it at
http://2bnthewild.com/. A Google search for 'Oenothera triloba' brings up good pictures of our night bloomer! Whew!

Hi-
Anyone still have this little beauty? My mom gave me this before she passed away- then we had to move down South in the middle of winter, so I couldn't bring it down with me. I'd appreciate it if anyone would like to trade with me, or tell me where I can purchase it!
thank you so much!
kasha77

Oh my gosh! Thank you so much! Below is my picture taken in 2004. I have since moved and my plant did not survive that move. I was not smart enough to harvest any seeds either. I have been looking for the name of this moonflower for 5 years now! Thank you so much!!!!

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Check out davesgarden.com-- I think there is someone there that has a plant or seeds for sale.