Mentzelia desertorum
Desert Blazingstar
Also known as: Acrolasia desertorum A.Davidson
- Acrolasia desertorum A.Davidson
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Loasaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Naturally occurring in North America, Mentzelia desertorum (commonly known as Desert Blazingstar) is an annual belonging to the Loasaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, Southwestern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Arizona, California, Mexico Northwest