Mentzelia affinis
Hydra Blazingstar, Yellow Comet Stickleaf
Other regional names: Yellowcomet
- Yellowcomet
Also known as: Acrolasia affinis (Greene) Rydb.
- Acrolasia affinis (Greene) Rydb.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Loasaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Mentzelia affinis (commonly known as Hydra Blazingstar or Yellow Comet Stickleaf) is an annual within the Loasaceae family. It is found natively in North America. Within its native range, this species is most commonly linked to 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